Executive Director, Clinical Trial Excellence and Patient Experience
ModernaTX, Inc.

The Role:

The Executive Director, Clinical Trial Excellence and Patient Experience , will lead key initiatives across Global Monitoring, RBQM (Risk-Based Quality Management), SSU (Study Start-Up) & Feasibility, Site Engagement & Support, Patient Recruitment & Retention, and Diversity in Clinical Trials. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence and innovation within Moderna's Clinical Development Operations portfolio, ensuring global trial efficiency and enhanced patient engagement. This leader will shape and execute the vision for clinical trials, collaborating closely with the Chief Development Officer and the CDO LT to ensure scalability, flexibility, and compliance.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Global Monitoring & Risk Management: Lead the development of creative solutions in risk-based quality management and clinical data monitoring. Champion strategic thinking and continuous improvement within trial monitoring operations.
  
• Study Start-Up & Feasibility: Establish and lead a Feasibility Center of Excellence, collaborating with CROs to implement data-driven trial scenarios and drive innovation in feasibility processes. Streamline and accelerate study start-up timelines.
  
• Patient Recruitment & Retention: Drive the design and implementation of patient recruitment and retention strategies that enhance patient and site experiences, contributing to optimized clinical trial outcomes.
  
• Site Engagement & Support: Oversee global site engagement efforts to ensure strong partnerships with trial sites, emphasizing transparency, collaboration, and support for site personnel.
  
• Trial Diversity: Implement strategies to increase diversity in clinical trials, ensuring representation across diverse populations and improving patient inclusion in studies.
  
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Cultivate strong relationships across the organization and external partners, promoting operational alignment and ensuring effective trial execution.
  
• Leadership & Team Development: Guide the Clinical Trial Excellence and Delivery team through growth and change, building new capabilities while fostering a culture of operational excellence and innovation.
  

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

• Advanced degree (MSc, MBA, PhD, or equivalent) in life sciences, healthcare, or a related field is strongly preferred.
  
• 12+ years of industry experience in Clinical Operations, including global clinical trials, study start-up, feasibility, patient recruitment, and retention.
  
• 8+ years of leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams, with a focus on clinical trial optimization and innovation.
  
• Strong knowledge of drug development processes, ICH-GCP guidelines, 21 CFR Part 11, and major Health Authority regulations.
  
• Expertise in risk-based quality management and clinical trial monitoring.
  
• Project management proficiency, with strong matrix leadership skills and a track record of accountability for deliverables.
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and key stakeholders.
  
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments, showing resilience and flexibility to adapt to Moderna's entrepreneurial culture.
  
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.
  
• This role is based in our new LEED-certified HQ in Cambridge, MA and is expected to be in office 70% of the time with flexibility to work from home up to 30%.
  

Leadership Behaviors:

• Acts as a strategic thought leader and key partner within the Leadership Team, driving alignment across Clinical Development Operations.
  
• Leads by example, balancing both high-level strategy and hands-on execution to achieve operational goals.
  
• Demonstrates a deep commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  
• Adaptable and proactive in responding to the evolving needs of the organization, ready to build and scale new capabilities.
  

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 leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)
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