Director – Global Scientific Communications

The Role:

The Director of Global Scientific Communications will lead the development and execution of global scientific messaging strategies across Moderna’s pipeline. This role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, overseeing the Medical Review Committee (MRC) process, and driving the use of digital tools to enhance content delivery and engagement. You will play a key role in influencing cross-functional teams and ensuring communication strategies align with Moderna’s business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Moderna seeks candidates who embody its Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless values. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced, innovative environment focused on mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Messaging Leadership: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including clinical, commercial, and regulatory teams, to develop and execute strategic scientific communication plans that align with Moderna’s business objectives and the Global Medical Affairs Plan (GMAP).

• Scientific Data Translation: Lead the translation of complex scientific data into impactful, globally consistent narratives that are clear, relevant and adaptable for external audiences such as healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and key opinion leaders in different regions.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead cross-functional teams globally, ensuring scientific messaging supports the broader global product strategy, complies with global regulatory requirements, and addresses local market dynamics.

• Digital Enablement: Leverage digital tools and platforms to optimize content delivery, enhance stakeholder engagement, and ensure messages reach the right audiences through the most effective channels.

• Medical Review Process Oversight: Oversee the creation and submission of scientific materials through the MRC process, ensuring timely updates, regulatory compliance, and global consistency across multiple therapeutic areas.

• Training and Development: Mentor global and local teams on effective scientific communication strategies, fostering a collaborative approach that supports global alignment with local execution.

• External Engagement: Lead the development of content for scientific symposia, conferences, and other key scientific forums, ensuring consistency in messaging and alignment with Moderna’s scientific leadership and strategic goals.

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

• PharmD/PhD with 5+ years or BSc/MSc in life sciences with 8+ years of experience in medical communications within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.

• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, driving strategic initiatives globally.

• Experience utilizing digital platforms to optimize content delivery and stakeholder engagement.

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, impactful messages for diverse external audiences, including healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and key opinion leaders.

• Hands-on experience managing the MRC process and ensuring global compliance with varying regulatory requirements across different regions.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience guiding teams on scientific communication best practices, even without direct reporting lines.

• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams globally, co-creating strategies with local teams to ensure effective execution of global strategies.

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

• Proven experience leading scientific communications in a global, highly regulated environment, especially in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries.

• Proven experience leading scientific communications in a global, highly regulated environment, especially in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries.

• Proficiency in using data analytics to track the effectiveness of communication strategies globally and locally, adapting content delivery methods for optimal engagement across regions.

• Experience driving innovation in global scientific communications through digital transformation initiatives and new media channels.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing global and regional priorities with strong attention to detail.

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!

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.

As we build our company, we have always believed 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.

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.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

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. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at [email protected].  (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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