Associate Director Bioanalytics

Mainz, Germany;
Munich, Germany | full time | Job

Are you passionate about advancing innovative therapies from discovery into the clinic? As Associate Director Bioanalytics, you will play a pivotal role in shaping biomarker and bioanalytical strategies across multiple clinical development programs, with a particular focus on biologics and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).

In this role, you will work at the interface of science, clinical development, and external partnerships to drive the selection, development, transfer, and validation of cutting‑edge bioanalytical methods. Your contributions will support critical decision‑making in drug development and diagnostics while ensuring alignment with BioNTech’s mission.

• Drive biomarker testing strategies across multiple clinical trial programs as well as diagnostic and companion diagnostic (CDx) initiatives
• Act as a scientific expert in selecting fit‑for‑purpose analytical technologies such as LC-MS, ligand‑binding assays (LBA), cell‑based assays (CBA), flow cytometry, and immunohistochemistry (IHC)
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams in R&D, Translational Sciences, and Clinical Pharmacology to ensure robust and scientifically sound bioanalytical solutions
• Support global selection and management of external partners and specialty laboratories, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance—including collaborations with vendors in China
• Lead method transfer to external laboratories or guide method development and validation activities at contract labs
• Provide strategic oversight of external laboratories performing feasibility studies, assay development, optimization, and validation

• Advanced degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy or related scientific discipline;
  PhD preferred
• At least 5 years of industry experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical sectors
• Proven expertise in assay development and analytical validation for pharmacokinetics (PK), immunogenicity (ADA), and biomarker testing
• Strong understanding of relevant GCP, GLP, IVD frameworks as well as FDA/EMA regulatory expectations
• Ability to clearly communicate complex scientific concepts in an impactful way
• Excellent analytical thinking skills combined with attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities
• Fluent English skills; proficiency in German or Chinese is an advantage

• Your flexibility: flexible hours |vacation account
• Your growth:
  Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | Linked In Learning
• Your value:
  Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential
• Your health and lifestyle:
  Company bike
• Your mobility:
  Job ticket | Deutschlandticket
• Your life phases:
  Employer-funded pension | Childcare

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At BioNTech, we are more than just a biotechnology company – we are a community of innovators, scientists, and leaders dedicated to revolutionizing medicine by translating cutting‑edge science into survival. Your contributions here have the potential to improve the health of people worldwide, especially by addressing diseases with high medical needs like cancer and various infectious diseases.

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