Moderna is seeking an Associate Director, Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) – Chemistry & Raw Materials based at their Norwood, MA site. The Associate Director of Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) – Chemistry and Raw Materials will provide scientific, strategic, operational and people leadership. This role leads a global team responsible for the method validation and transfer strategies of chemistry and raw material commercial methods, implementation, and network data oversight. The Associate Director will partner cross-functionally with Quality Control (QC), Manufacturing, Technical Development, and external partners to drive readiness, consistency, and excellence in analytical sciences.
Here's What You’ll Do :
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of scientists and specialists, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and growth.
Build a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across internal and external laboratories.
Ensure team priorities are clear, aligned to business objectives, and executed with a focus on compliance, quality, and scientific rigor.
Method Strategy & Oversight
Lead the design of method validation and transfer strategies for raw material and chemistry methods.
Provide scientific oversight to ensure robustness, reproducibility, and regulatory alignment of methods across the global network.
Partner with cross functional teams to design and implement a comprehensive raw material qualification strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations, robust supplier oversight, and global network consistency
Provide strategic oversight for global analytical performance and ensure alignment across sites and partners.
Documentation & Compliance
Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), method forms, training documents, and supporting records are complete, compliant, and audit-ready.
Drive holistic implementation and maintenance of documentation and training materials across laboratories to support QC analyst onboarding and ongoing development.
Training & Network Support
Partner with QC leaders to design and oversee training strategies that ensure analyst proficiency across raw material and chemistry methods.
Provide network-wide data oversight to ensure integrity, consistency, and alignment with global requirements.
Investigations & CMO Engagement
Provide expert support in analytical investigations, including method performance issues and raw material testing challenges.
Collaborate with CMOs and suppliers to ensure technical alignment, timely resolution of issues, and adherence to company standards.
Act as a key AS&T point of contact for external partners supporting raw materials and chemistry testing.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications) :
Advanced degree (MS / PhD) in Chemistry, Analytical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field; BS with extensive experience may be considered.
10+ years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical / biotechnology analytical sciences, with direct experience in raw materials and chemistry-focused methods.
Strong expertise in method validation, transfer, lifecycle management, and global regulatory expectations (ICH, USP, Ph. Eur., etc.).
Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing scientific teams in a global, matrixed environment.
Strong collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to drive alignment across internal stakeholders, global QC, and external partners.
Experience supporting QC laboratories, training, and investigations in GMP-regulated environments.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment & Expectations
This is a people leadership role with high technical impact across the network.
Requires collaboration with Analytical Development, QC, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and external partners.
May require occasional travel for site visits, training, or CMO support.
Pay & Benefits
At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at 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 extrasThe salary range for this role is $142,500.00 - $256,500.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.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 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 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.
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