Senior Manager, Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T)

The Role:

Moderna is seeking a Senior Manager Analytical Sciences & Technology (AS&T) CMC based at their Norwood MA site. The Senior Manager AS&T - CMC Lead will provide technical expertise and program support for analytical method related activities that support late-phase development and commercial programs. This individual contributor role will oversee qualification validation transfer and lifecycle strategies for analytical methods across a global network. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory submissions analytical sciences and method validation with proven experience in late-stage and commercial product support.

Heres What Youll Do:

• Late-Phase & Commercial Program Strategy

  • Lead the design and execution of analytical qualification and validation strategies for late-phase and commercial programs ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

• Method Transfer Leadership

  • Contribute to method transfer strategies in collaboration with internal and external partners across the Norwood site and other testing locations ensuring consistency compliance and readiness for commercial supply.

• Validation Master Plan Ownership

  • Author maintain and oversee Validation Master Plans ensuring they reflect program needs compliance requirements and product lifecycle considerations.

• Analytical Method Lifecycle Management

  • Define and manage commercial method lifecycle strategy including distribution governance and continuous improvement across the manufacturing network.

• Regulatory Submission Support

  • Support the preparation of analytical sections for regulatory filings related to late-phase and commercial programs to support product approvals and lifecycle maintenance.

• Regulatory Commitments & Queries

  • Lead the preparation and execution of responses to regulatory queries (RtQ) and post-approval commitments ensuring timely clear and compliant communication with global health authorities.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biochemistry Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field

• 8 years of experience in Analytical Development Quality Control or related functions within the biopharmaceutical industry.

• Strong expertise in analytical method qualification validation and lifecycle management in late-phase and commercial settings.

• Proven experience with regulatory submissions (BLA MAA etc.) and direct interactions with global health authorities.

• In-depth knowledge of ICH guidelines GMP regulations and industry best practices.

• Excellent technical writing skills and ability to author high-quality regulatory documentation.

• Strong collaboration communication and influencing skills across cross-functional and global teams.

• This position is site-based requiring you to be at Modernas site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preffered Qualifications):

• Advanced degree (M.S. Ph.D.) in a scientific discipline.

• Experience supporting biologics vaccines or other complex modalities.

• Prior experience in global method transfers and managing a network of manufacturing/testing sites.

Work Environment & Expectations

• This is an individual contributor position with high visibility and strategic impact.

• Role requires cross-functional engagement with Regulatory Affairs Quality Control Manufacturing and Technical Operations.

• Some domestic and international travel may be required to support site transfers and regulatory engagements.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare coverage plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs

• A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness mindfulness and mental health support

• Family planning benefits including fertility adoption and surrogacy support

• Generous paid time off including vacation volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future

• Location-specific perks and extras

The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus other incentive compensation or equity award subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

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.

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.

Our Working Model

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.

Moderna is a smoke-free alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons 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 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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

Were focused on attracting retaining developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can 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 .

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such employment is contingent upon the applicants ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens permanent residents asylees or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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