Vice President, Marketing, Oncology

Moderna, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Marketing for its oncology pipeline. This high-impact role involves shaping the global commercial strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful product launches. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in oncology marketing, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and making a significant impact in the field of oncology. With a commitment to employee well-being and a collaborative work culture, this opportunity offers a platform to drive meaningful change in the healthcare landscape.

Benefits

Best-in-class healthcare coverage

Holistic approach to well-being

Lifestyle Spending Accounts

Family planning and adoption benefits

Generous paid time off

Savings and investment opportunities

Location-specific perks and extras

Qualifications

• 15+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech commercial experience, with a strong focus in oncology.
• Proven track record in leading successful U.S. product launches.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the global commercial strategy for oncology pipeline.
• Shape go-to-market strategies and models for oncology assets.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or business discipline

Job description

The Role
Moderna is seeking a Vice President, Marketing – Oncology, to shape and drive the global commercial strategy for our oncology pipeline. This individual will be accountable for creating the strategy and operating plan that will deliver value to patients and drive revenue growth and profitability across a portfolio of innovative cancer vaccines and therapeutics.

As the senior marketing leader for oncology pipeline assets, this role will define the long-term commercial vision and roadmap, build foundational capabilities, and ensure global alignment to enable successful launch planning across geographies. The Vice President will operate with broad cross-functional influence and represent Commercial on global program teams and governance bodies.

This leader will work closely with Research, Development, Medical Affairs, Market Access, and regional Commercial teams to align upstream development with downstream needs. They will operate with dynamic range—moving fluidly between strategy and execution, sweating the details without losing sight of the big picture. A learning mindset, strong business judgment, and urgency will be critical to succeeding in this high-impact role.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Develop and continuously refine the global commercial strategy across key assets in Moderna’s oncology pipeline, incorporating scientific differentiation, competitive insights, market shaping, and stakeholder needs

• Lead commercial input into pre-clinical research concepts and early and late clinical development plans, target product profile (TPP) creation and alignment, and indication prioritization in collaboration with R&D, Medical, and Market Access teams

• Shape go-to-market strategies and models and positioning for assets, ensuring alignment across brand, customer, and access perspectives

• Translate market and customer insights and data into clear commercial implications and action plans

• Serve as the commercial voice on global program teams and governance bodies for oncology assets

• Partner with Medical Affairs to co-create disease education and scientific platform strategies

• Partner with Market Access to ensure the global strategy and evidence generation plan supports value demonstration and payer needs

• Drive scenario planning, opportunity assessments, and revenue potential modeling to inform portfolio strategy and investment decisions

• Establish core marketing capabilities, frameworks, and ways of working for oncology at Moderna

• Collaborate with regional commercial leaders to enable successful launch planning through global strategy, core positioning, and upstream alignment

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or business discipline

• 15+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech commercial experience, with a strong focus in oncology

• 8+ years in marketing or strategic commercial roles, including new product planning and/or global brand leadership

• Proven track record in leading or supporting successful U.S. product launches, including strategic planning, execution, and post-launch optimization

• Demonstrated success in developing global product strategies and influencing development decisions

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and operate effectively in matrixed organizations

• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and communication skills

• Experience leading teams and managing senior stakeholders

Here’s What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Leadership roles in multiple US launches in specialty and advanced therapeutic categories

• Experience in immuno-oncology, cancer vaccines, or innovative oncology platforms

• Proven global launch experience for oncology therapeutics or vaccines

• Expertise in lifecycle management and portfolio strategy

• Ability to thrive in high-growth, fast-paced environments

• Deep understanding of the oncology stakeholder landscape, including payers, healthcare professionals , and patients

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 a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities
• Location-specific perks and extras

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.

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.

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. Only U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are currently eligible to access such information without an export license. Candidates who do not meet these criteria may still be considered, contingent on the company’s ability to obtain any required export control license.

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