Director of Robotics Programs & Strategy

BioSpace; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare

Generous paid time off

Family planning benefits

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Job summary

Moderna is seeking a Director, Robotics Program Implementation Lead to shape and execute the robotics strategy across the CMC manufacturing network for Clinical and Commercial operations. This role is based in Moderna’s Norwood, MA office and requires strong leadership across engineering, digital, and quality teams to deliver scalable robotics programs.

The successful candidate will own governance, roadmaps, and business cases while partnering with senior leaders to achieve measurable outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s 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 regulated environments
• Experience developing business cases, investment estimates, and roadmaps
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional programs from concept through implementation
• Strong understanding of robotics, automation, and manufacturing systems
• Ability to influence without direct authority and drive cross-functional execution
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts and ISA standards
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements and CSV/GAMP

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the robotics strategy and roadmap across the CMC manufacturing network
• Identify and prioritize robotics opportunities such as AMRs, machine tending robots, and humanoids
• Partner with business leaders to translate operational needs into robotics initiatives
• Define solution approaches and implementation strategies with subject matter experts
• Develop investment estimates, resource plans, timelines, and feasibility assessments
• Lead a portfolio of robotics programs from concept through deployment and operationalization
• Establish governance, milestones, risk management, and performance metrics
• Drive cross-functional alignment and remove barriers
• Influence stakeholders and drive decision-making at all levels

Skills

Robotics strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Program management

Manufacturing operations

Digital integration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related technical discipline

Master’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

SCADA

GAMP/CSV

Control systems

Job description

Moderna is seeking a Director, Robotics Program Implementation Lead to shape and execute the robotics strategy across the CMC manufacturing network for Clinical and Commercial operations. This role is based in Moderna’s Norwood, MA office and requires strong leadership across engineering, digital, and quality teams to deliver scalable robotics programs.

The successful candidate will own governance, roadmaps, and business cases while partnering with senior leaders to achieve measurable outcomes