Associate Director Clinical Trials Cambridge, US; London, United Kingdom; Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID:9119 As Associate Director Clinical Trials you are responsible for the execution of clinical trials, mainly with regard to operational and administrative aspects. This implies the preparation and processing of national and international projects under consideration of the local laws, international guidelines (ICH GCP) and applicable SOPs. You perform activities related with the heading of a project team, the supervision/ control of third party providers, the timely performance of all services, as well as the problem management by interacting with all departments involved. Lead 1 or more complex/large scale clinical trial/s in either early or late stage clinical development within a program Oncology experience required, registrational trial experience preferred Leading communications, issue escalations and helping the teams within the program to further develop Manage the Clinical Research Organization (CRO) and vendor(s) as it relates to clinical program level deliverables Manage clinical study timelines for the program(s) Ensure inspection readiness throughout the clinical program lifecycle A Bachelor’s degree in the life sciences or a university degree in a related field with experience in the health industry (Advanced degree preferred) Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech or related industry with at least 6 years experience in Global Clinical Development leading cross-functional teams Knowledge and experience working with legislation and international guidelines (ICH-GCP/CFR) for the performance of clinical research projects Good communication and presentation skills both written and spoken inclusive of confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities Able to communicate strategy and decisions across different functions Standard use of Project Management skills including teamwork, analytical and problem-solving, time management and organizational skills, risk and cost management, and performance monitoring Skilled in using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Project) as well as good working knowledge of electronic data systems and technical solutions such as eTMF, IWRS, EDC, etc. and developing presentation material High level of problem-solving skills and able to proactively recognize risks and develop mitigations Able to build a well performing team through developing honest relationships and generating trust by demonstrating consistency between words and actions. Able to promote an open team environment by allowing differing points of view to be expressed. Proactive in assuming responsibilities even when dealing with ambiguity in a rapidly changing environment PMP or equivalent certification desirable BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30 hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7 Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown. 401(K) Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives Professional Development Programs Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance …and more! More details to be shared. Home to dozens of research institutions, biopharmaceutical companies, life science incubators, venture capital firms, and over 30 million square feet of laboratory space, Cambridge, Massachusetts has earned a reputation as the 1 life science cluster in the world. As part of the Greater Boston area, the city is often referred to as the "biotech supercluster" due to its high concentration of life sciences firms. This unique ecosystem is the result of a model partnership between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and innovation and driving the development of new therapies, medical devices, and diagnostics. As Cambridge’s thriving life sciences industry continues to evolve, the city remains a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration, poised to shape the future of science and technology.