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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:\nCompensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. \nCompensation at other locations may vary significantly. \nBioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.\nNote: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.\nHow to apply:\nApply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.\nPlease note:\nOnly applications sent via our online form shall 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. 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