Rita Magenheim M.D.

Rita Magenheim MD is a Senior Director of Clinical Development at BioNTech SE since October 2021, leading multinational teams in the formulation and execution of clinical strategies. Prior to this role, Rita was a Medical Director at PRA Health Sciences and PAREXEL, providing expertise in clinical drug development and overseeing medical monitoring, study design, and protocol generation. Rita's earlier experience includes positions as a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and a PhD student at Semmelweis University, where Rita focused on postpartal research. Rita holds degrees in general medicine and obstetrics and gynaecology from Semmelweis University, along with additional experience as a medical journalist and paramedic.