Mathematician as Director (m / f / d)

Berlin, Germany; London, United Kingdom; Mainz, Germany; Munich, Germany | full time | Job ID : 8853

Director Statistical Programming (Technology Solutions)

Activities and responsibilities Your main responsibilities are :

• Work with Head of Statistical Programming to implement global statistical programming ecosystem and provide strategic direction relating to vendor oversight, innovation in technologies, automation, processes, and standards to maximize efficiency in statistical analysis and reporting, ensuing alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements
• Lead the development and implementation of programming standards, best practices, and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and quality
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the statistical computing ecosystem (e.g., SAS, R, Python environments, cloud-based platforms) to support clinical trials and data analysis
• Ensure infrastructure being scalable, secure, and aligns with clinical trial needs, supports reproducibility, and complies with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11, GxP)
• Lead the creation, and standardization of reusable macros, scripts, and automation pipelines (e.g., SAS macros, Python / R workflows) to streamline dataset generation, TLF production, and validation.
• Establish governance frameworks for code quality, version control, and documentation.
• Promote automation for routine tasks (e.g., SDTM / ADaM mapping, QC checks) to reduce manual effort
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies (e.g. cloud-based platform, AI / ML models, natural language processing) into statistical programming workflows. Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to leverage new tools and methodologies for data analysis and visualization
• Provide technical guidance and training on advanced programming techniques, tools, and industry trends, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Provide functional expertise in the development and implementation of BioNTech’s centralized clinical data repository, clinical data dictionary, and operational data dictionary
• Partner with IT, Data Management, and other functions to align SCE with enterprise data strategie and advocate for modernization
• Mentor teams on advanced programming techniques, automation best practices, and emerging tools

Act as a key point of contact for external vendors and partners, ensuring alignment on programming standards and deliverables Qualification profile What you have to offer :

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and technologies 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.