Lead Department – Scientific Communications

BioNTech SE

Department Lead Scientific Communications at BioNTech, responsible for global scientific communications strategy in drug development. Leading a high-performing team focused on early and late-stage publications.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeCambridge • Maryland, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $245,000 - $392,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead an integrated scientific communications organization that spans early development (Phase I) through to late-stage development and prelaunch/launch activities.
Oversee a team of medical writers dedicated to early clinical publications and a scientific communications team focused on later-stage development.
Develop and lead the global scientific communications strategy across the full product lifecycle, from Phase I through commercialization.
Establish and optimize processes, standards, and governance for scientific communications, including publication planning, data disclosure, and scientific messaging.
Serve as a key member of cross functional leadership teams (e.g., Clinical, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Commercial).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced scientific or medical degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in scientific communications, medical writing, or related medical/clinical roles within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Previous experiences leading a Scientific Communications Department is necessary.
Significant experience in large, international pharmaceutical companies, with exposure to global functions and matrix environments.
Experience in a biotech setting or high-growth environment strongly preferred.
Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing and developing teams (both medical writers and scientific communication professionals).
Proven track record in: Global publication planning and execution across Phase I–III clinical development; Supporting or leading scientific communications for product launches and lifecycle management; Working cross functionally with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Commercial.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
retirement plans
paid time off
flexible work arrangements
professional development
bonuses
equity

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Hard Skills & Tools

scientific communicationsmedical writingglobal publication planningclinical developmentlifecycle managementdata disclosurescientific messaging

Soft Skills

leadershipteam managementcross-functional collaborationstrategic planning

Certifications

PhDPharmDMD