Senior Director Global Product Strategy - Lung Cancer Therapies

BioNTech AG; Mainz; Vor Ort; EUR 130.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biotechnology company in Mainz is seeking a Senior Director for their Lung Cancer Portfolio. This pivotal role focuses on shaping the commercial strategy and leading product planning from early stages through launch readiness. Ideal candidates will have 8–12+ years in oncology, demonstrated leadership, and a strategic mindset. Competitive remuneration and benefits are offered, tailored to experience and location.

Leistungen

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Team-oriented work environment

Qualifikationen

• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in oncology commercial strategy.
• Strong track record in solid tumors, preferably lung or head and neck cancer.
• Familiarity with oncology clinical trial design and regulatory pathways.

Aufgaben

• Lead global commercial strategy for the lung cancer portfolio.
• Drive new product planning from preclinical through registrational development.
• Provide insights into the US oncology market.

Kenntnisse

Oncology commercial strategy

Product planning

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Market analysis

Ausbildung

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MBA)

Jobbeschreibung

Mainz, Germany; Cambridge, US; London, United Kingdom | full time | Job ID: 9344

Overview

We are seeking a strategic, science-driven leader to join our Global Product Strategy team as Senior Director Lung Cancer Portfolio. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of our most commercially and scientifically important oncology indications.

The role will focus on new product planning and early commercial strategy, partnering closely with R&D, clinical, medical, and regulatory teams to inform development decisions and prepare the path to launch. This position requires hands-on leadership, deep oncology market insight, and a strong understanding of how to position early assets for future success in a global environment.

This is a critical value driver for the company, with the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a high-priority solid tumor program with global potential.

Your main tasks

• Lead global commercial strategy development for the lung cancer portfolio, focusing on indication prioritization, early positioning, and value-focused lifecycle strategy
• Drive new product planning activities from preclinical/early clinical through registrational development, supporting strategic TPP shaping, unmet need assessment, competitive differentiation, and commercial viability
• Partner cross-functionally with R&D, clinical development, translational research, regulatory, and medical affairs to embed commercial perspectives into key decisions
• Lead or co-lead commercial input into early launch readiness planning, emphasizing evidence strategy, access considerations, and strategic stakeholder engagement
• Provide deep insights into the US oncology market while ensuring alignment with global perspectives
• Contribute to cross-functional governance processes, development strategy forums, and scenario planning efforts
• Support external interactions where needed (e.g., advisory boards, co-development partners, select KOL discussions) in alignment with medical and development leadership
• Work collaboratively across the internal team to ensure the lung cancer portfolio progresses in line with scientific excellence and commercial ambition

What you have to offer

• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in oncology commercial strategy, new product planning, launch readiness, or asset strategy roles
• Strong track record in solid tumors, ideally with direct or adjacent lung, head and neck cancer experience
• Significant experience in early-stage commercialization, including product concept shaping, indication assessment, and early launch strategy
• Ability to partner effectively with R&D, including familiarity with oncology clinical trial design, regulatory pathways, and biomarker-driven development
• Demonstrated understanding of the US oncology landscape and stakeholder needs; experience and understanding with EU and other major markets
• Strong scientific acumen combined with a highly strategic mindset and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a pre-commercial environment
• Experience working in global or cross-regional roles, ideally within biotech or fast-paced oncology-focused companies
• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MBA) strongly preferred

Your Benefits

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits. Remuneration is competitive and determined by the role, location, and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Availability and design of benefits may vary by location and are subject to internal policies and applicable law.

How to apply

Apply now by sending your application documents including CV, copy of ID, degree certificates and professional certificates, a motivation letter, and contact details via our online form.

Note

Only applications submitted via the online form will be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider HireRight. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-recruiter.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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