Associate Director, Biomarker Operations, Clinical Biomarkers

2 months ago


Cambridge, United States Moderna, Inc. Full time

The Role:


Moderna is seeking an Associate Director in the Biomarker Operations group within the Clinical Biomarkers Department to provide leadership and strategy to impact biomarker operations deliverables in collaboration with biomarker leads, clinical teams, and partner CROs. This position will lead collaboratively across all therapeutic area clinical teams to drive the innovation and compliance of biomarker biosample management plans for all clinical trials conducted by Moderna.

Heres What Youll Do:

  • Supervise and lead a team of biomarker operation team members, who support clinical study biomarker deliverables by developing and implementing biomarker operational strategies for all Moderna clinical trials.

  • Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations for this team, setting and driving priorities, ensuring compliance, training, etc. in collaboration with clinical study teams and biomarker leads.

  • Lead the standardization of biomarker sections of clinical protocols, clinical kit development, lab manuals and consent forms, focusing on innovation and digital opportunities.

  • Strategize and develop creative solutions for process improvements for clinical sample lifecycle from collection to use and destruction by leading cross departmental projects with Clinical Operations, Digital, and Logistics.

  • Manage and elevate CRO sample and logistics issues while creating processes to alleviate the issues.

    Heres What Youll Bring to the Table:

    • Bachelors degree in a life science-based subject; advanced degree preferred experience will be considered in lieu of degree

    • Minimum of 8 years of clinical sample management which must include sponsor experience

    • Previous people management experience required

    • Solid understanding of GCP/ICH is required

    • Strong communication skills and attention to detail

    • Demonstrated ability work independently and to multitask

      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 activitiesFamily care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoringFree premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classesExclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipmentAdoption and family-planning benefitsDedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ communityGenerous 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 thereafterGenerous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents 401k match and Financial Planning toolsModerna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit optionsComplimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requestsFree parking or subsidized commuter passesLocation-specific perks and extras

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, theinfrastructure 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 peopleare 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. Were 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 leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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