Executive Director, CMC Regulatory Science

The Role

The individual in this position will be based at Norwood MA site and will be responsible for managing a team of CMC experts that prepare and oversee CMC and Quality related agency correspondence and regulatory applications. This position will be required to oversee the product strategy for all the products in their portfolio and lead and support all regulatory activities to provide high quality CMC sections of regulatory documentation. Additionally, interfacing with the leadership in our departments and assuring clear communication of regulatory topics is critical.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Lead a team to develop/implement effective CMC regulatory strategies for submissions (e.g. IND/CTA/BLA/MAA) and identify regulatory risks
• Provide expertise for regulatory CMC aspects of product development projects
• Review documents for submission-readiness, to ensure that all submissions conform to health authority guidelines and meet the needs of the company
• Lead Regulatory CMC discussions and interactions with health authorities to facilitate review and approval of submissions at the expert level
• Develop regulatory processes and procedures to support CMC components of regulatory submissions
• Support the creation and maintenance of CMC submission templates
• Provides CMC regulatory expertise to manufacturing and quality teams; evaluates CMC change controls
• Interpretation of domestic and international regulatory guidance documents, advises Manufacturing, Quality and Process/Analytical Development groups regarding their applicability and impact on internal programs. Be a site expert.
• Lead oversight of multiple programs in various therapeutic areas (vaccines, oncology and/or rare diseases) and drive Reg CMC strategy successfully

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• MS/PhD degree in a scientific/engineering discipline
• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
• 8+ years of experience in Regulatory CMC, including DMF/ASMF submissions
• Strong knowledge of current US, EU, and ROW regulations
• Strong experience with CTD format and content regulatory filings
• Exceptional written and oral communication

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• MS/PhD degree in Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or closely related field is desirable
• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, manufacturing and/or analytical focus
• 8+ years of experience in Biologics focused Regulatory CMC

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs. A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support. Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support. Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown. Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future. Location-specific perks and extras.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Our Working Model

We believe an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Only U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are currently eligible to access such information without an export license. Candidates who do not meet these criteria may still be considered, contingent on the company’s ability to obtain any required export control license.