Senior Medical Science Liaison - Lakes East; Western PA, Upstate NY, OH

Great Lakes East, US | full time | Job

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for the territory, including mapping key accounts and planning impactful medical engagements aligned with medical objectives.
• Cultivate partnerships with academic centers, centers of excellence, and integrated care systems to drive regional impact.
• Act as member of BioNTech's US field-based scientific/medical expert team delivering medical education, updates, and gaining insights from U.S. healthcare professionals (HCPs).
• Develop partnerships with investigators, thought leaders, and healthcare professionals through scientific, evidence‑based communication and education.
• Support and identify U.S. clinical trial sites and opportunities aligned with the overall oncology strategy.
• Document and communicate actionable insights collected in the field to relevant internal stakeholders.
• Provide input, support and/or attendance at prioritized oncology conferences, medical educational programs, advisory boards and trainings.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of interactions, and compliance and safety reporting aligned with local policies.

• Advanced scientific degree required (i.e., PharmD, MD/DO or PhD preferred) with 3‑5+ years of oncology MSL or comparable industry or clinical role (customer‑facing).
• Working therapeutic knowledge of gynecologic malignancies/breast cancer (with established HCP/external expert network).
• Preferred locations:
  Pittsburgh, Cleveland.
• External customer focus with strong networking capabilities and engagement with the medical/scientific community.
• Excellent collaboration, networking, presentation and communication skills and a proven track record of cross‑functional teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt priorities according to business and strategic needs, with good understanding of clinical trials/protocols and drug development lifecycle management.
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards, with a working knowledge of relevant clinical regulations and industry standards, incl. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools such as MS Teams, SharePoint, One Drive, and other Office 365 applications.
• Willingness and ability for frequent travel and driving within territory (50‑70 %).
• A valid driver's license is required.

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.

• 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
• Sitter stream:
  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

BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism or harassment based on gender, political views, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other physical or personal characteristics. BioNTech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.