BioNTech Posted August 21, 2026

(Senior) Medical Science Liaison, Upper Midwest (MN, WI, IA, NE, ND, SD) (Minneapolis, MN, US, 55423)

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About this opportunity

Upper Midwest, US   |   full time   |   Job ID: 11088

About the Role:

BioNTech is a global biotechnology company pioneering breakthrough therapies for cancer and infectious diseases. Leveraging cutting-edge science, we deliver transformative treatments by unlocking the immune system’s full potential. As a Nasdaq-listed company, BioNTech collaborates with leading pharmaceutical partners such as Pfizer, Roche, and Genmab. Our oncology pipeline spans mRNA-based therapeutics, cell therapies, bispecific antibodies, small molecules, and antibody conjugates. Together, we advance individualized medicine and innovative immunotherapies that aim to improve patient outcomes.

At BioNTech, every team member contributes to pushing the boundaries of science and medicine, taking part in a collaborative workplace designed for transformational discovery. Join us as we continue to redefine what's possible in oncology care.

As an Oncology Medical Science Liaison and the representative of BioNTech's Oncology Medical Affairs department, your main role will be to establish collaborations with external healthcare professionals/ experts, scientific opinion leaders and institutions to share and discuss evidence-based medical and scientific information about our oncology/solid tumor R&D portfolio.

Your Contribution:

Develop and execute a strategic vision for the territory, including mapping key accounts and planning impactful medical engagements aligned with medical objectives.

Cultivate partnerships with academic centers, centers of excellence, and integrated care systems to drive regional impact.

Act as member of BioNTech's US field-based scientific/medical expert team delivering medical education, updates, and gaining insights from U.S. healthcare professionals (HCPs).

Development of partnerships with investigators, thought leaders, and healthcare professionals through scientific, evidence-based communication and education.

Support and identify U.S. clinical trial sites and opportunities aligned with the overall oncology strategy.

Documentation and communication of actionable insights collected in the field to relevant internal stakeholders.

Provide input, support and/or attendance at prioritized oncology conferences, medical educational programs, advisory boards and trainings.

Ensure timely and accurate documentation of interactions, and compliance and safety reporting aligned with local policies.

A Good Match:

Advanced scientific degree required (i.e., PharmD, MD/DO or PhD preferred) with 3-5+ years of oncology MSL or comparable industry or clinical role (customer-facing).

Working therapeutic knowledge of women's cancers or lung/GI oncology (with established HCP/external expert network).

Preferred locations: Minneapolis, Milwaukee

External customer focus with strong networking capabilities and engagement with the medical/scientific community.

Excellent collaboration, networking, presentation and communication skills and a proven track record of cross-functional teamwork.

Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt priorities according to business and strategic needs, with good understanding of clinical trials/protocols and drug development lifecycle management.

Commitment to the highest ethical standards, with a working knowledge of relevant clinical regulations and industry standards, incl. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals.

Proficiency with remote collaboration tools such as MS Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and other Office 365 applications.

Willingness and ability for frequent travel and driving within territory (50-70%).

Valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record required. Must be able to travel by automobile to customer locations within the assigned territory.

Expected Pay Range: $146,300 to $234,100/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). *Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Your Benefits:

BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. 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, Critical Illness Insurance

Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7

Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance

Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.

401(K) Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs

Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives

Professional Development Programs

Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking

Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

…and more! More details to be shared.

Apply now - We look forward to your application!

Apply for our Upper Midwest, US location and simply send us your documents using our online form.

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.

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Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Medical Affairs
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Minneapolis, Mongolia
Employment type
Not listed

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Medical Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 342 comparable Senior Medical Affairs roles across 66 biopharma companies.

342Comparable roles tracked
320Currently active
66Companies hiring similar roles
31Countries represented

Salary context

110 of 342 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

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Lowest disclosed · Associate Director Medical Science Liaison - East · IQVIA $230/yr – $280/yr
Peer group range $255 – $258,000 (median $186,375)

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Seniority mix

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112 of 342 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

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