The Role

Moderna is seeking a Director Robotics Program Implementation Lead to shape and execute the robotics strategy across CMC manufacturing network for Clinical and Commercial operations. Modernas CMC manufacturing network includes Drug Substance and Drug Product manufacturing capabilities. This leader will identify and prioritize robotics opportunities develop the roadmap and business cases establish governance and lead a portfolio of robotics programs from concept through deployment and operationalization.

This role will partner closely with CMC business leaders Engineering Digital Manufacturing MSAT Automation Quality and site leadership to identify high-value robotics opportunities and convert them into scalable executable programs.

The successful candidate will bring a strong combination of strategic program leadership manufacturing operations knowledge robotics and automation fluency executive communication and cross-functional influence. This individual will partner closely with technical subject matter experts to define solution approaches while empowering technical leads to own design decisions. The Director will ensure robotics initiatives are scalable standardized compliant and aligned to measurable business outcomes.

This position is based in Modernas Norwood MA office.

Heres What Youll Do

Robotics Strategy and Roadmap

• Develop and maintain Modernas CMC manufacturing robotics strategy and roadmap.
• Identify and prioritize robotics opportunities in the areas of AMRs Machine Tending Robots Humanoids as a few examples.
• Partner with business leaders to understand operational needs and translate them into robotics initiatives.
• Define solution approaches and implementation strategies in partnership with technical subject matter experts.
• Develop investment estimates resource requirements timelines and technical feasibility assessments for proposed initiatives.

Program Portfolio Leadership

• Lead a portfolio of robotics programs from concept through deployment and operationalization.
• Establish governance milestones risk management processes and performance metrics across the robotics portfolio.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across business engineering digital and quality.
• Hold program teams accountable for commitments deliverables and execution outcomes.
• Proactively identify and remove organizational technical operational and resource barriers
• Influence stakeholders and drive decision-making across all levels of the organization including senior executives.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Communicate program strategy status risks and recommendations to executive leadership including Business Unit Heads.
• Partner with technical leads to evaluate solutions and empower technical leads to own and drive design.
• Promote standardization scalability and reuse of robotics solutions across the enterprise.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Robotics Computer Science or related technical discipline
• 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering automation robotics digital manufacturing technical operations or program leadership in biotechnology pharmaceutical life sciences or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• cGMP experience in Drug Substance or Drug Product manufacturing
• Experience developing business cases investment estimates resource plans timelines risk assessments and value realization models.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional programs from concept through implementation and operationalization
• Strong understanding of robotics automation manufacturing systems equipment implementation digital integration and technical feasibility assessment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and drive execution across matrixed teams.
• Understanding of smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 concepts ISA-95 and ISA-88 industry standards
• Familiarity with Control Systems SCADA systems Fleet Management System Data Systems and System Integration
• Knowledge of GAMP Computer System Validation (CSV) and regulatory compliance requirements
• Potential to travel up to 25%.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Masters degree in Engineering Robotics Computer Science or related technical discipline
• Experience implementing robotics solutions in GMP cleanroom aseptic laboratory warehouse packaging inspection or manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing a portfolio of automation digital manufacturing or engineering initiatives.
• Demonstrated success leading adoption of new technologies in operational environments
• Motivation and curiosity to learn new technologies and continuously improve
• Collaborative mindset with a strong commitment to quality and operational excellence
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative

Pay & Benefits

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

• Competitive healthcare 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 investments to help you plan for the future
• 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.

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 .

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