Director, Clinical Operations, Therapeutics Job at Moderna Therapeutics

Moderna Therapeutics Cambridge, MA 02139

The Role:
Moderna is seeking a Director of Clinical Operations to manage rare disease programs which may consist of one or more studies. This position will be responsible for initiating and leading clinical programs, inclusive of studies, across all phases, including overseeing CROs and vendors and working cross-functionally on clinical operations strategy and related initiatives. This position reports to the Executive Director, Clinical Operations within the Therapeutics Development Therapeutic Area. This position will work collaboratively across the rare disease and cross-functional teams on the overall development programs and related studies to ensure successful execution of assigned projects. This position may also oversee other therapeutic areas within the TA such as autoimmune and/or cardiovascular.

Here’s What You’ll Do:
Accountable for delivery of assigned clinical program/studies budget, timelines, and resource management with focus on quality, including making recommendations and decisions regarding operational strategies to support study and/or program objectives

Develop operational strategy and clinical operations plans in support of execution of the Clinical Development Plan

Partner and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders such as the Project Leader, Clinical Development Lead, Regulatory Lead, and other relevant stakeholders

Lead and oversee execution of first-in-human through phase 4 trials, depending on lifecycle of program, in compliance with ICH/GCP, local regulations, and Moderna SOPs

Support the selection, oversight, and management of CROs and other vendors

Oversee site feasibility/capability assessments in collaboration with the CRO and cross-functional team

Review and provide clinical operations input into relevant clinical documents such as the protocol, investigator brochure, regulatory documents, clinical study reports and other documents and plans as appropriate

Manage and provide oversight to the cross functional team and CRO/vendor(s) related to all aspects of clinical trial operations

Responsible for representing Clinical Operations on cross-functional project teams and vendor/CRO operational meetings and ensuring compliance with operational standards and procedures.

Along with other Clinical Development personnel, represent Moderna externally to Investigators, site staff, and Key Opinion Leaders

Perform and document study level Sponsor Oversight of outsourced clinical activities

Communicate study-status, cost and issues to ensure timely decision-making by senior management

Oversee/collaborate on and contribute to inspection readiness activities that support audits and regulatory inspections related to clinical trial conduct

Maintain oversight and participate in the creation/review/training/maintenance of departmental and organizational SOPs to ensure compliance

Lead and/or participate in clinical operations workstreams related to departmental and operating model related initiatives

Develop and foster strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders both within and external to Moderna

Support program level deliverables/activities

Provide oversight and mentorship to assigned Clinical Trial Managers and Clinical Trial Associates by providing clinical operations and functional area expertise and support identification and prioritization of study and program level work. May include direct line management of Clinical Operations staff.

Strive for continuous improvement and more efficient ways of working in clinical development

Act as a role model for Moderna’s values

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:
Minimum of BA/BS with at least 10 years of trial and clinical program experience, including 6+ years of high complexity independent, global trial management experience and 2+ years of program-level management Advanced degree preferred.

Experience in rare disease is required. Experience in complex disease areas within autoimmune and oncology are desirable.

Robust experience in early and late phase drug development

Multi-dimensional Clinical Operations background with capability of devising plans for operational challenges such as site activation, subject enrollment, monitoring oversight, protocol deviation management, data cleaning, etc.

Cross-Collaboration proficiency with other therapeutic areas and functions such as Regulatory, CMC, Biostatistics, Data Management, Finance, Program Management, etc.

Experience in GCP inspections/audits

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, in addition to excellent organizational skills

Proven track record of effective leadership and team-building skills in the context of a multi-disciplinary team in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry

Resilient, Creative, capable problem-solver

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently

Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders

Some travel required

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
  • D iscretionary 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
In over 10 years since its inception, Moderna has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of messenger RNA (mRNA), to an enterprise with a diverse clinical portfolio of vaccines and therapeutics across seven modalities, a broad intellectual property portfolio in areas including mRNA and lipid nanoparticle formulation, and an integrated manufacturing plant that allows for rapid clinical and commercial production at scale. Moderna maintains alliances with a broad range of domestic and overseas government and commercial collaborators, which has allowed for the pursuit of both groundbreaking science and rapid scaling of manufacturing. Most recently, Moderna's capabilities have come together to allow the authorized use and approval of one of the earliest and most effective vaccines against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moderna's mRNA platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases. Moderna has been named a top biopharmaceutical employer by Science for the past seven years. To learn more, visit www.modernatx.com.

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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer) #LI-TR2
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