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Associate Director, Program Leader, Preclinical Development

7+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 27, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Associate Director, Program Leader, Preclinical Development

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Department: Research
Employment Type: Full-time

About Moderna

Founded in 2010, Moderna is a biotechnology company pioneering the development of mRNA therapeutics. By advancing the potential of mRNA technology, Moderna is reimagining how medicines are created and delivered, aiming to address unmet medical needs in oncologyinfectious diseases, and more. Moderna’s platform is designed to develop drugs that empower the body’s cellular machinery to create therapeutic proteins.

Role Overview

As an Associate Director, Preclinical Program Leader, you will manage the preclinical strategy for the Cancer Vaccine Research Therapeutic Area. This includes leading cross-functional teams, defining strategies, and overseeing preclinical studies to support IND filing and enable clinical evaluation. Your contributions will be key to advancing Moderna’s mRNA platform in oncology.
You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and external partners to ensure project success and lead decision-making throughout the preclinical development phase.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership: Manage multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely execution.
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership: Lead teams in designing, validating, and executing preclinical studies.
  • IND Filing Support: Guide programs through the IND filing process, ensuring smooth transitions to clinical development.
  • Scientific Expertise: Provide guidance on immuno-oncology and oncology studies, ensuring rigorous safety and efficacy evaluation.
  • External Collaborations: Engage with external partners and mentors to advance scientific understanding and support program goals.
  • Regulatory Support: Author and review regulatory documents, ensuring compliance and alignment with development goals.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. with 7+ years of experience in drug discovery (biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO experience).
  • Strong background in oncology and/or Cancer Vaccine Research.
  • Proven leadership in managing preclinical programs, including experience with IND filing.
  • Expertise in biologicsdisease biomarkers, and translational research.
  • Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Information

  • Work Location: In-office 70% with flexibility to work remotely 30%.
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
    • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
    • Paid time off, including vacationsick leavevolunteer time, and parental leave.
    • 401k matching, financial planning, and various wellness programs.
    • Opportunities for career growth and mentorship in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Moderna’s Commitment to Inclusion

At Moderna, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our mission and workplace culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.