VP, Clinical Trial Excellence & Delivery

The Role:

The Vice President, Clinical Trial Excellence & Delivery is a strategic leader responsible for the design, oversight, and execution of clinical trial processes that enhance efficiency, innovation, and operational excellence across the Development portfolio. This individual will be a key voice within the Leadership Team, helping the CDO LT shape the Clinical Development Operations strategy, and ensuring that their vision for excellence is effectively communicated and implemented.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Lead the development and implementation of patient recruitment and retention strategies, optimizing patient engagement and enhancing participant and site experiences.

• Establish and lead a Feasibility Center of Excellence, partnering with preferred CROs to deliver data-driven, optimized clinical trial scenarios, and developing innovative feasibility tools and processes.

• Direct study start-up and site feasibility processes with an innovative approach to accelerate trial initiation and execution.

• Champion creative solutions in risk management, RBQM, and clinical data monitoring, fostering a culture of strategic thinking and continuous improvement.

• Oversee alliance management, cultivating robust relationships with CROs, vendors, and other external partners, managing contracts and outsourcing effectively.

• Drive collaborative efforts across the organization, building and maintaining strong partnerships with peers and key stakeholders.

• Serve as a dynamic member of the Leadership Team, advocating for operational excellence.

• Guide the CTED team through changes and ambiguity, focusing on building new capabilities and scaling operations as needed.

• Communicate a clear vision for the team, emphasizing optimization and excellence in all aspects of trial operations.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related field (MSc, MBA, PhD, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

• 15+ years of industry experience in Clinical Operations, including global clinical trial conduct, feasibility, study start-up, patient recruitment, and retention.

• 10+ years of team leadership experience, with a proven track record of building effective teams and driving innovation in clinical trial optimization.

• Deep understanding of the clinical trial landscape and commitment to innovation, creativity, and operational excellence.

• Extensive knowledge of drug development processes, ICH-GCP guidelines, 21 CFR Part 11, and major Health Authority regulations.

• Strong project management skills, effective matrix leadership, and the ability to hold teams accountable for deliverables.

• Proven ability to work effectively in dynamic and ambiguous situations, with strategic planning and visionary leadership skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with a history of building effective partnerships and influencing senior leadership and key stakeholders.

• Ability to travel up to 30% and thrive in a highly entrepreneurial biotech environment.

• Alignment with Moderna's core values and Mindsets.

Leadership Behaviors:

• Acts as a strategic partner within the Leadership Team, effectively communicating and navigating organizational changes.

• Leads both strategic initiatives and hands-on execution, ensuring objectives are met through a high-performing team.

• Drives innovation within Clinical Development Operations, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.

• Comfortable expanding the role and adapting to the evolving needs of the organization, with a readiness to develop 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, theinfrastructure 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 peopleare 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. Were 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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