Executive Director, Program Lead, Infectious Disease Development

The Role:

Moderna Infectious Disease Development is seeking a motivated and energetic Program Leader with a broad scientific skill base and deep expertise in infectious disease research and development to lead the Cytomegalovirus Vaccine Program Team.   The Program Leader will lead a cross-functional team to develop and align stakeholders on the development and regulatory strategy and drive progression of the vaccine candidate through late-phase development, filing, approval, and lifecycle management.  Applicants should be excellent communicators and should have a successful track record of leading and motivating teams. They will be part of a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary, and fast-paced team that is translating Moderna’s mRNA technology into a broad portfolio of vaccines against infectious diseases.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

The Program Leader will

• Lead the cross-functional Program Team for the Cytomegalovirus vaccine program

• Engage external stakeholders including KOLs and key PIs; engage advisory boards to inform development of an effective program strategy

• Develop an integrated development plan with the Program Team and in alignment with senior functional leaders

• Coordinate with Commercial and Medical Affairs to define and achieve the Target Product Profile for initial launch to obtain appropriate recommendations.  Continue to coordinate on lifecycle management planning and execution

• Support development of regulatory documents and health authority interactions up to and including BLA submission and VRBPAC

• Represent the program status, scenarios, and trade-offs for the program with senior leadership, and internal and external stakeholders and align on program direction

• Develop a program budget in coordination with program management, finance, and functional representatives

• Collaborate with other members of the Latent Virus Portfolio organization and the Infectious Disease Development organization to share knowledge and improve ways of working

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, Pharm D) with at least 10 years of experience in the discovery and/or development of vaccines or biologics.   Exceptional candidates with a BS/MS degree and appropriate level of experience will also be considered

• Late-phase development experience in a biotech/biopharma company with bringing a product through BLA/MAA filing and approval strongly valued

• Understanding of key elements of vaccine/drug development and interdependencies, including clinical, regulatory, CMC, and commercial

• Ability to integrate information across disciplines to create a comprehensive program strategy

• Proven capacity to work successfully in a fluid and fast-paced environment and to foster a strong collaborative spirit internally and externally

• Proven track record of successful cross functional program leadership or management, including management of timelines and budgets

• Ability to effectively engage senior leadership, health authorities, and KOLs

• Ability to manage conflict and align teams on common objectives and plans

• Strong written and oral communication skills  

• Perseverance and courage

• Enthusiasm for learning

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes 
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  •    Vacation, sick time and holidays
  •    Volunteer time to participate within your community
  •    Discretionary year-end shutdown
  •    Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

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