Director, Program Management, Oncology

Moderna; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Well-being programs

Paid time off

Family planning benefits

Equity/incentives

Job summary

Moderna is seeking a Director, Program Management to drive oncology program teams from lead nomination to licensure and lifecycle management, collaborating with the Program Leader and cross‑functional partners in Cambridge, MA.

You will shape program strategy, manage timelines and budgets, prepare governance materials, and lead cross‑functional discussions to resolve risks and unblock decisions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in biotechnology/pharmaceutical program management.
• Experience across preclinical and clinical (Phases 1-3).
• Experience leading cross-functional teams with timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Shape program strategy with the program leader.
• Define and manage program timelines and budgets.
• Communicate status, risks and decisions to governance bodies.
• Coordinate cross-functional team meetings and decisions.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Budget management

Strategic thinking

Education

BS in scientific field

MS in scientific field

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

Timeline visualization software

Job description

The Role

The Program Management team at Moderna is responsible for the management of the clinical-stage programs from lead nomination to licensure and life cycle management. Moderna is seeking a motivated and energetic Director, Program Management to drive the program teams forward in the development of novel mRNA medicines within the Moderna Oncology Portfolio. The successful candidate will work in close coordination with the Program Leader and the cross-functional Program Team to enable the execution of the program strategy. Each program manager may be assigned 1-3 programs depending on the phase of development. The successful program manager will have program management experience across multiple phases of pre-clinical and clinical development, preferably in Oncology.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Partnering with the program leader to shape program strategy and execution plan.
• Collaborating with functional leads to define program strategy and proactively identify and elevate gaps and challenges; Managing team through scenario planning to solve problems.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders (team members and leadership) to ensure alignment of functional and corporate objectives; Leveraging organizational dynamics to promote program goals.
• Coordinating team efforts to develop impactful presentations to summarize complex topics into critical points to facilitate strategic planning and decision-making; Communicating program status, risks, and decision enabling materials to governance bodies and executive leadership meetings.
• Developing and tracking activities against program timelines and budget.
• Administering the day-to-day activities, including facilitating cross-functional team meetings, leading discussions to drive decision-making, preparing agenda and meeting minutes, and defining and resolving action items.
• Working with the Finance group to implement and track the program budget.
• Contributing to Program Management initiatives to support the development and scaling of capabilities, tools, and processes.

Here’s What You’ll Bring To The Table

• BS degree in a scientific field with a minimum of 10 years of experience or MS degree in a scientific field with at least 8 years of experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical setting.
• Proven track record of successful project management experience in drug development (preferably in Oncology) across multiple phases (pre-clinical and clinical Phase 1-3).
• Prior experience managing or working within cross-functional project teams with timeline management and budgetary responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of project management tools and software (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, and timeline visualization software).
• Must be adept at working in a fluid environment and foster a strong collaborative spirit internally and externally.
• Strong personal skills to influence without authority, motivate others and manage conflict.
• Strong written and oral communication skills as well as demonstrated organizational aptitude.
• Preferred: Project/program management training.
• Preferred: Ph.D. or PharmD

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.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at 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

The salary range for this role is $167,000.00 - $300,700.00. 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 modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

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!

Accommodations

We’re 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 [e-mail].

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 applicant’s 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.