Manager, Quality Control, Lab Automation Enablement & Integration

Moderna Therapeutics; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 109,200 - 174,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class healthcare coverage

Generous paid time off

Family planning benefits

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm in Norwood seeks a Manager of Quality Control to lead automation initiatives. The role involves translating business needs into effective strategies, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations, and driving continuous improvements in QC workflows. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, experience in laboratory automation, and a background in the pharmaceutical industry. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in pharma/biotech industry.
• Strong understanding of cGMP and industry standards.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC laboratory automation initiatives.
• Translate business needs into automation strategies.
• Drive governance forums and prepare project summaries.

Skills

Laboratory automation

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Data integrity

Team leadership

Education

BS in scientific or engineering discipline

MS in relevant field (preferred)

Tools

Liquid handling systems

LIMS

CDS

Job description

**The Role:**Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients.Moderna is strengthening its presence in Norwood, Massachusetts, a cornerstone of our manufacturing and operational excellence. Our Norwood campus translates mRNA science into scalable impact, supporting the global delivery of our medicines. We welcome talent ready to drive innovation and make a meaningful difference for patients worldwide.As Manager, Quality Control – Automation & Digital Enablement, you will lead the execution and scaling of QC laboratory automation initiatives aligned to Moderna’s global QC digital and automation roadmap. Operating as a highly strategic individual contributor, you will translate complex analytical and business requirements into robust, compliant, and future-ready automated laboratory ecosystems.You will sit at the intersection of QC operations, digital enablement, and GMP governance—ensuring that robotics, liquid handling platforms, integrated digital workflows, and laboratory systems drive measurable performance, inspection readiness, and scalable impact across the Norwood site.**Here’s What You’ll Do:*** Lead the execution of QC laboratory automation initiatives aligned with the global QC digital and automation roadmap.* Translate business needs into executable automation strategies, detailed project plans, and clearly prioritized workstreams.* Partner with system owners (e.g., LIMS, CDS, robotics platforms) to ensure automation solutions integrate seamlessly into QC workflows and digital laboratory infrastructure.* Own end-to-end delivery of QC automation projects, including scope definition, timeline development, resourcing plans, risk mitigation strategies, and stakeholder alignment.* Drive governance forums by preparing high-quality slide decks, project summaries, and status updates for Steering Committees, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and VP-level reviews.* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in full compliance with GMP and data integrity requirements.* Own and/or oversee quality system records related to automation initiatives, including change controls, deviations, CAPAs, and impact assessments as applicable.* Ensure automation solutions meet cGMP, ALCOA+, data integrity, and regulatory expectations across their full lifecycle.* Serve as a QC automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) during regulatory inspections and audits.* Provide technical leadership and rigorous review for automated laboratory systems, including liquid handlers (e.g., Hamilton, Andrew+), robotic platforms, and integrated digital workflows.* Establish, implement, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and governance processes for automated methods and systems.* Monitor automation performance metrics and drive continuous improvement based on system reliability, operational efficiency gains, and measurable business impact.* Collaborate cross-functionally with QC, Digital/IT, QA, AS&T, Analytical Development, and Applied Technologies to align QC priorities with broader business objectives.* Identify and advance opportunities to embed advanced digital capabilities—including data analytics and emerging Generative AI-enabled tools—to optimize QC workflows, enhance insight generation, and strengthen decision-making within GMP frameworks.**The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:**We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.**Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)*** Education: BS (minimum) in a scientific or engineering discipline; MS preferred.* Experience: 5-8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.**Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)*** Strong understanding of cGMP, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.* Strong laboratory automation background, including experience with automated liquid handling and integrated lab systems* Prior experience working in QC or other regulated analytical testing laboratories strongly preferred.* Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional projects in a GMP environment* Experience managing or mentoring technical teams* Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.* Strong project management skills, including planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication.* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to:* Build clear, concise executive-level presentations* Present confidently to senior leadership and VP audiences* Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed organization with competing priorities.**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 $109,200.00 - $174,600.00. 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,