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In collaboration with assigned Safety Scientists, the MSP ensures patient safety throughout the clinical trial process. Responsibilities include contributing to clinical trial protocols, training investigators, assessing safety data (e.g., adverse events of special interest and serious adverse events), determining necessary follow-up actions, and conducting safety signal detection and evaluation. The MSP also ensures compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory reporting requirements, while contributing to essential safety documents such as Development Safety Update Reports (DSURs), updates to reference safety information, Investigator Brochures, and Clinical Trial Reports. This position offers the opportunity to take on a strategic role within the Medical Safety Pharmacovigilance (MSPv) department.\nYour Contribution:\nAccountable for the quality performance of one or more safety management team(s) (SMTs)\nOversees safety monitoring, signal management, and the benefit-risk of assigned products through the product life cycle\nIdentifies and leads escalation, management, and communication of safety inquiries and concerns for assigned products\nFormulates and drives the optimal safety strategy for assigned oncology programs in clinical development at the portfolio level\nPresents and interacts with Regulatory Authorities on safety matters\nOversees quality content of the safety contributions to clinical and regulatory documents such as briefing book for regulatory authority meetings, investigator’s brochure, clinical study report safety conclusion section, responses to regulatory authority inquiries, and other clinical/regulatory documents as needed\nParticipates in due diligence for BioNTech’s Licensing /Acquisition initiatives\nRepresents MSPv in Alliance management projects such as safety data exchange agreement negotiations; or joint oversight committees with development partners, and/or other collaborative development projects\nServes as safety subject matter expert at the portfolio level and is the arbiter for safety-related issues in any of its constituting programs\nEnsures activities are performed in compliance with applicable law, global and local regulations, and in accordance with internal and external quality standardsTrains and mentors Safety Physicians and Safety Scientists \n\nA good match:\nMedical Degree (or internationally recognized equivalent). A MD/PhD and/or certified training in a relevant medical discipline is a plus.\nExtensive drug safety/pharmacovigilance experience within the biopharmaceutical/biotechnology industry that includes the development of innovative drugs, BLA/MAA submissions, and advisory committee experience, preferably in immuno-oncology/inflammation therapeutic area(s)\nExposure to, or direct experience in working with Regulatory Agencies on development strategies for innovative oncology products, particularly those of US\nHas achieved demonstrable results in a matrix organization and in a multidisciplinary team, experience in implementing GCP standards in clinical trials, in particular safety reporting in compliance with global and local regulations \nYour benefits and remuneration:\nExpected Pay Range: $168,100/year to $268,700/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.\nBioNTech 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:\nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance\nLife, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance\nPre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts\nEmployee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7\nParental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance\nSitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership\nPaid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.\n401(K) Plan with Company Match\nTuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs\nWellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives\nProfessional Development Programs\nCommuting Allowance and subsidized parking\nDiscounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance\n…and more! More details to be shared.\nHome to dozens of research institutions, biopharmaceutical companies, life science incubators, venture capital firms, and over 30 million square feet of laboratory space, Cambridge, Massachusetts has earned a reputation as the #1 life science cluster in the world. As part of the Greater Boston area, the city is often referred to as the \"biotech supercluster\" due to its high concentration of life sciences firms. This unique ecosystem is the result of a model partnership between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and innovation and driving the development of new therapies, medical devices, and diagnostics. As Cambridge’s thriving life sciences industry continues to evolve, the city remains a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration, poised to shape the future of science and technology.\nApply now - We look forward to your application!\nApply for our Cambridge, US; Central Plains, US; Gaithersburg, US; Great Lakes East, US; Mid-Atlantic North, US; Mid-Atlantic South, US; New England, US; New Jersey, US; North Central, US; Pacific Northwest, US location and simply send us your documents using our online form.\nBy 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’. 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