Project Manager - Genomics Research (London, GB, SW1H 0DB) en BioNTech

London, United Kingdom   |   full time   |   Job ID: 9740 

As part of the Bioanalytics & Bioinformatics Project Management team at BioNTech, you will join a motivated team who provide project management support for cross-functional teams in a variety of projects to support the development of our technology platforms. This specific position is to support establishment and maintenance of a brand new Genomics Hub in Cambridge, UK. The holder of this position will support site setup, research roadmap building and collaboration efforts with R&D stakeholders at Global BioNTech sites as well as UK stakeholders including InstaDeep for our individualized cancer vaccine platforms. Focus areas will include the improvement of our processes with new NGS methods, the generation of large-scale datasets using cutting-edge genomics approaches, and the development of new computational methods for individualized mRNA vaccine design.
 
Your main reponsiblities are:

• Cross-functional planning (incl. definition of scope, tasks, work packages and deliverables), coordination, and monitoring of project progress (incl. budget, timelines, quality, risk management)
• Drive multiple interdisciplinary teams to ensure project scope and goals are delivered in desired time and quality
• Establish and ensure efficient communication structures among internal and external project stakeholders and ensure information and content flow between interdisciplinary teams (incl. regular reporting to executive management)
• Contribution to content work and hands-on support of Subject Matter Experts in individual work packages/specific areas
• Project documentation (compile data and information relevant to the project) and reporting
• Build, maintain, and manage high performing project teams

What you have to offer:

• Experience of project management tasks during studies or time in industry
• A strong background in one or more of the following areas: Molecular biology, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), generation of large-scale observational and interventional datasets, diagnostic assay development, validation of methods
• Highly desirable: Hands on experience with development and use of NGS methods and the interface with bioinformatics analysis
• Vendor management experience
• A keen interest in the development and application of cutting-edge genomics technologies and diagnostic assays
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills
• Self-starter with fast perception of new knowledge and efficient problem-solving skills with high personal commitment within a matrix and fast paced environment
• Willingness to handle complex projects across multiple departments and with collaboration partners
• Very good English skills, written and orally (German skills are also desirable but not essential)
• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry is desirable but not essential

Your Benefits:

BioNTech 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.

Note: 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.

How to apply:

Apply 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.

Please note:

Only 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. 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.

We are looking forward receiving your application.