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VP, Clinical Development, Rare Disease

4 months ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Moderna, Inc. Full time

The Role:

Moderna is seeking a physician with internal medicine training with pharmaceutical experience to lead Clinical Development for our expanding Rare Disease programs. mRNA has promise in several areas of Internal Medicine, including Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Hematology and invasive indications. We seek an agile clinical developer to lead as we interrogate and prosecute those diseases where mRNA has transformative potential.

Experience in a broad therapeutic range of drug development and in mid and late-stage development is a plus. This role will report to the SVP, Head of Therapeutics Development for Moderna and have direct medical responsibility for the clinical development of our Rare Disease Therapies portfolio, including accountable for the overall clinical development plans, innovative clinical studies and protocols, and for ensuring timely execution and medical monitoring all in close collaboration with relevant internal and external pharmaceutical partners, Clinical Research Organizations and regulatory agencies. The position is based in Cambridge, MA headquarters. There is approximately 10% travel expected as part of this role.

The successful candidate is able to work independently and thrive in a proactive can-do culture and team milieu to lead the clinical development activities for mRNA-based therapies for our current Rare Disease programs while leveraging success in those to catalyze development across the most promising Rare Disease therapies. You will work closely with colleagues in Therapeutics Development including autoimmune disease, CV/Emerging, and immuno-oncology, while also having a change to interact with colleagues in infectious disease. The candidates will be a highly effective internal and external team player and terrific communicator and collaborator.

Heres What Youll Do:

Provide clinical leadership for the Rare Disease Therapy programs across projects, while deeply involved at each project team level, including ensuring most streamlined and innovative clinical development/medical strategy areas. Utilize both internal and external inputs (e.g., academic thought leaders, research leads, regulatory authorities, contract research organizations, investigators and patient groups) Drive innovation in design of clinical development plans and study protocols within the disease area, accessing world-class expertise through external and internal collaboration, harnessing digital, technological and statistical tools and with specific accountability to support early-stage programs in the therapeutic area by bringing in disease insights and clinical research expertise. Responsible for the design and development of clinical development plans, study protocols and interpretation and analysis of clinical study safety and efficacy data, including review of the pre-clinical package. Responsible for Investigator Brochures, Clinical Study Reports, regulatory submissions and responses pertaining to clinical development, and other program documents. Along with Clinical Operations, is responsible for oversight of study enrollment and overall timelines for key deliverables. Ensure high quality and timely interpretation of clinical data, including through meeting abstracts, posters, presentations, and publications for internal management review and external scientific/clinical meetings. Provide Medical Governance with specific accountability for managing and mentoring clinical staff in the disease area line and ensure proper training and compliance with internal and external policies, guidance, laws and codes. Ensure clinical trials adhere to cGCP and compliance with FDA, EMA and other relevant national regulatory agency requirements. Develop risk-based safety monitoring of clinical trials and implement safety strategy across studies, including regular review of safety data (including but not limited to SAEs) and response to safety issues. Ensure high quality clinical sections of regulatory documents, prepare for meetings with FDA and healthcare authorities and organize and prepare for Advisory Committee meetings May participate in due diligence or other business development activity. Contribute in partnership with Research and Development and Technical Development colleagues to design and implement translational strategies. Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders in Clinical Development, Research and the broader Moderna organization Represent Moderna externally to investigators, trial site administrators, external funders and sit on Joint Development Committee for programs performed in collaboration with other Pharma companies. Develop and maintain Clinical Development excellence in the therapeutic area through talent identification, recruitment, development and retention, to support the pipeline and marketed portfolio. Heres What Youll Bring to the Table: Medical Doctor (M.D.) or non-US equivalent of M.D. degree with relevant internal medicine training. Completion of a residency program strongly preferred. Minimum 12 years experience therapeutics clinical development, preferably in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company, as well as significant knowledge and experience in the design and execution of clinical trials from phase 1 to phase 3. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, in addition to excellent organizational skills Experience in innovation in clinical development, including clinical trial design, use of digital technology, and understanding of genetics in drug development Understanding of the entire drug development process, including clinical and non-clinical study design, innovative study design platforms, use of digital and importance of target product profile. Broad understanding of local and global Pharmaceutical industry, competitive landscape, how end-to-end life and revenue cycles operate. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams and allocate resource strategically and according to portfolio priorities. Proven ability to manage and develop self and work collaboratively with others to deliver innovative and creative results and solutions. Includes leading cross-functional teams and work streams (e.g., translational medicine, biostatistics, regulatory, pre-clinical pharmacology, clinical, medical and epidemiology) Superior stakeholder management skills, across scientific, academic, regulatory and political communities to identify and achieve mutual goals for the well-being of patients and our communities. Thorough command of ICH and GCP guidelines to ensure the appropriate ethical conduct of global clinical studies. Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly evolving environment with little direction. Embodies Modernas core values of Bold, Relentless, Curious and Collaborative. 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 optionsFlexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expensesLifestyle 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 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 (EEO/AAP Employer)

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