Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID: 8674 Associate Director External QC Network (m/w/d) As Associate Director External QC Network (m/w/d) at BioNTech, you oversee the complete QC-panel from release testing to stability studies of our external products. Representation of external/global QC as QC-lead in multidisciplinary project teams Definition of the QC project strategy in multiple protein projects (ADC, mAb, bispesifics) Overseeing QC-activities at multiple CDMOs and CROs to ensure delivery of QC-associated work packages Act as technical expert for QC-CDMO oversight withing external QC Participate in generation and approval of QC-related GMP-documentation Management of full QC-value chain University degree in a scientific/life-science-related field, PhD desirable Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in QC (ideally analytical development) within the pharmaceutical industry Profound experience in CMC development, including commercialization Experience in managing CDMOs globally Solid analytical background with proteins and ADCs Previous experience in a function leadership role is a plus Strong communication as well as (self-)organizing skills Fluent German and English (both oral and written) necessary It's our priority to support you: Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn 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