Associate Director

The Role

In this role, you will drive high-impact, data-informed decision-making across Moderna’s mRNA portfolio by delivering scalable reporting, analytics, and insights. You will apply your expertise in drug development and program management to support strategic decisions across clinical studies, projects, and programs. By collaborating across diverse, cross-functional teams, you will turn complex data into actionable intelligence that influences the success of critical initiatives. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of our therapeutics pipeline in a fast-paced and mission-driven environment.

This position is based in Cambridge, MA, with an expectation of 70% of time spent in the office.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Deliver analytics and insights that support portfolio-level decisions across clinical development programs

• Develop and maintain scalable reporting platforms and dashboards that enable strategic trade-off decisions

• Manage and analyze complex datasets, applying data wrangling, modeling, and pipeline design techniques

• Leverage expertise in program and project management or clinical drug development across all phases

• Utilize tools such as Tableau, Spotfire, and Shiny to visualize portfolio performance and insights

• Apply data governance and master data management principles to ensure consistency and quality

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable analytics

• Facilitate workshops and contribute to portfolio road mapping, prioritization, and capability development

• Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time

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

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in life and/or computer science disciplines from a top-tier institution

• 6+ years of experience in data or analytics roles, preferably in biopharma or consulting

• Expertise in program/project management and/or clinical drug development across all phases

• Experience developing scalable dashboards and reporting solutions for decision-making

• Proficiency in data governance, master data management, and managing complex datasets

• Strong capabilities in data wrangling, modeling, and designing data pipelines

• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Spotfire, and/or Shiny

• Proven ability to lead and deliver high-impact, cross-functional projects with limited oversight

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

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey insights to diverse audiences, including executives

• Creative and versatile problem-solving abilities, balancing emotional intelligence and analytical rigor

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on validating reporting logic, filters, and metrics

• Experience translating business requirements into technical deliverables and collaborating on vendor selection

• Familiarity with planning ecosystems and documentation tools like Smartsheet

• Ability to operate in ambiguity and pivot based on evolving business needs and data

• Experience leading change management efforts, including training and communication strategy

• Commitment to understanding Moderna’s platform technology and approach to medicine development

• Proactive, collaborative mindset in support of a high-growth, fast-paced environment

• Experience with modeling and forecasting using Excel and advanced AI techniques

• Coding skills in Python, R, and/or SQL

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 a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities
• 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 

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. 

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

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can 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]. 

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. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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