Job Description

Become a member of the BioNTech Family!

Based in Cambridge, MA and Gaithersburg, MD. We are committed to improving the health of people worldwide with our fundamental research and our work in the area of development of immunotherapies utilizing the full potential of the immune system to fight cancer, infectious diseases and other serious diseases. We believe in scientific rigor, innovation and passion as driving forces. BioNTech was founded by scientists and physicians to translate science into survival by combining fundamental research and operational excellence.

With decades of deep immunology expertise and experience in developing and optimizing mRNA as part of its broad suite of novel technologies, the company is working with the global community to defeat life-threatening and serious diseases such as cancer, COVID-19, malaria and tuberculosis. The first ever approved mRNA vaccine was created in the labs of BioNTech in Mainz, Germany. A fully integrated immunotherapy powerhouse. We remain focused on bringing our broad pipeline of next-generation immunotherapies and vaccines to people around the world to address cancer, infectious diseases, as well as a growing list of other medical conditions. To accomplish this, we continue to be deeply rooted in science and academic research while also having built a fully integrated, global immunotherapy company with cGMP and GMP manufacturing facilities anchored around deep expertise in immunology and complemented by an expanding set of capabilities.

Primary responsibilities Include:

• Collaborate across teams to design and optimize viral and non-viral gene engineering methods.
• Design and execute cell-based functional assays to evaluate T cell modifications in vitro.
• Track and compile results in an electronic notebook.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able embrace change, while working to produce key deliverables in accordance with project timelines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate results to a diverse cross-functional audience
• Proactive, self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills, appropriate sense of urgency and the ability to work independently.

What you have to offer
Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s in Science with 5-8 years of experience or Master\'s degree in Science with 3-5 years of experience.
• Experience in Molecular Immunology techniques including but not limited to non-viral gene engineering methods, PCR, in vitro transcribed-mRNA production and purification.
• Experience in immunological techniques such as activation of T cells, T cell transduction, electroporation, and functional assays.
• Experience handling primary cells including cell isolation and leukopack processing is desired.
• Experience in multi-color flow cytometry.
• Experience with safe lab practices and the handling of biological material.

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Benefits for you.

BioNTech US is committed to the well being of our team members and offers a variety of benefits supporting our diverse employee base. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life, AD&D, STD and LTD Insurance

HSA & FSA Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness, including free onsite gym access

Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance

Vacation and Unlimited Sick Time

Holidays and Floating Holidays, including discretionary winter shutdown

401(K) Plan with Significant Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development

Commuting Assistance and subsidized parking

Discounted Home and Auto Insurance

Pet Insurance

Plus more benefits that will be shared upon hire!

Have we kindled your pioneering spirit?

Then apply now for our location Cambridge (Boston) and simply send us your application documents using our online form.

*BioNTech does not differentiate on the basis of gender, political opinion, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other aspect of personal status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Most important - it\'s a match!

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