Associate Director, CMC Project Management (Antibody-Drug Conjugates) | Biologist (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This pivotal Associate Director role within the CMC Project Management Team at BioNTech involves co-leading cross-functional teams for late-phase development projects, specifically focusing on the protein and Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC) pipeline. The role combines strategic project management with hands-on coordination, ensuring the seamless execution of all CMC-related activities. Key responsibilities include cross-functional planning, coordination, and execution of oncology projects, budget and timeline tracking, risk management, and driving interdisciplinary teams, including external CDMOs. You will be responsible for establishing efficient communication structures, reporting regularly to executive management, and implementing process improvements company-wide. Candidates must possess a university degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field and several years of experience in project management within regulated environments. This position is attractive due to its high impact on BioNTech’s mission, offering significant collaboration opportunities with major pharmaceutical partners globally in cutting-edge drug development.