Associate Director, Global Market Research

BioNTech is a Nasdaq listed Germany-based global biotechnology commercial stage company with German offices in Mainz and Berlin; London, UK; and Cambridge, MA, Gaithersburg, MD and Berkeley Heights, NJ, USA; that focuses on developing cancer therapeutics, including individualized immunotherapy, as well as vaccines for infectious diseases, including COVID-19. The company's oncology pipeline contains several classes of drugs, including mRNA-based drugs to encode antigens, neoantigens, cytokines, and antibodies; cell therapies; bispecific antibodies; antibody conjugates and small-molecule immunomodulators. BioNTech is partnered with several large pharmaceutical companies, including Roche, Pfizer, and Genmab. Comirnaty (COVID-19 vaccine) is its first commercialized product.

About the role:

The Associate Director, Global Market Research will help establish BioNTech’s Global commercial market research capabilities for its multiple upcoming global launches in Oncology. This person will be part of the best-in-class high-performing team with great visibility to the senior leadership.

• Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative primary market research to generate insights about market sizing, patient demographics, patient journey, treatment patterns, unmet medical needs, future treatment options, prescriber preferences / behaviors / motivations, product demand, buying process, competitors' strategies/activities, reactions of target audiences to new products, effects of promotional efforts in key Global markets
• Support development of market research best practices, annual market research strategy, plan, roadmap, budget, operating model, communication model
• Design innovative ways of conducting and delivering market research in an extremely fast-paced budget-constrained environment
• Establish as Subject Matter Expert in Oncology and Infectious Diseases
• Perform secondary market research from syndicated sources for pipeline products
• Work with vendors to gather Primary CI to support Commercial KITS/KIQs
• Work closely with Global marketing, Global market access, Global forecasting, Global data analytics & AI, US and other affiliate market research teams
• Communicate market research insights effectively to senior leadership to drive strategic decisions

A good match:

• A minimum of 6 years of commercial market research or closely related experience is required.
• At least 3 years of Oncology commercial market research experience, ideally will have global experience as well as US or other Country experience
• Experience working in innovative ways in extremely fast-paced budget-constrained biotech environment
• Deep expertise in multiple Oncology markets
• Knowledge of strengths and weaknesses of multiple Global market research vendors
• Experience working closely with commercial teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent experience in Lung cancer strongly preferred
• At least 2 years’ experience in biopharma experience strongly preferred

Expected Pay Range: $146,300 to $234,100/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). *Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Your Benefits:

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
• 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.

Berkeley Heights is New Jersey's growing hub within the life sciences industry and has already demonstrated the state’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the field. New Jersey's integrated approach to biotechnology and pharmaceuticals harmonizes academic rigor, industrial capability, and government support to create thriving conditions for a growing ecosystem. Cultivating an environment that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge research, robust manufacturing capabilities, and a dynamic business landscape, New Jersey has become a powerhouse in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical technology. As this region of New Jersey continues to develop, it stands ready to shape the future of medical science and technology, driving progress and improving health outcomes worldwide.

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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 you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.