Project Manager, Drug Substance

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The Role:

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that’s revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you’ll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna’s commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients’ lives worldwide.

Moderna is solidifying its footprint in Basel, the vibrant hub of pharmaceutical innovation in Switzerland, to further our mission of delivering the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines. As we grow our international operations and commercial activities in Basel, we invite global talents to join us in this exciting journey of transforming medicine and impacting lives worldwide.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced Project Manager within our Drug Substance Business Unit at Moderna. This vital role is centered on driving diverse cross-functional projects, encompassing the implementation of new technologies, manufacturing capacity expansion, and spearheading strategic initiatives crucial for our forward momentum.

As a Project Manager, you’ll be instrumental in developing comprehensive timelines and establishing governance structures, ensuring these pivotal projects are led from inception through to successful implementation. Direct collaboration with stakeholders will be key to maintaining project trajectory, addressing any significant issues through the appropriate channels.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Managing and executing a varied portfolio of projects, leading within a cross-functional matrix environment.
• Collaborating with the broader DS Leadership Team to prioritize projects, craft charters, and oversee project progression.
• Cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, and ongoing improvement.
• Navigating and resolving conflicts within the team and across departments.
• Identifying project risks (schedule, cost, outcomes), working across teams to strategize action plans, and mitigate potential impacts.
• Adhering to GMP, GLP, and company policies, ensuring regulatory and internal compliance.
  

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Upholding Good Documentation Practices and Data Integrity standards, maintaining thorough records to support audits and inspections.
• Completing requisite training within assigned timelines.
  

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• Pivot Fearlessly: In the face of new data and challenges, the ability to adjust strategies quickly is critical for steering projects to success.
• Question Convention:An innovative approach that challenges the status quo can drive significant advancements in our project outcomes.
  

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in STEM or relevant field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years supporting manufacturing operations and/or process development in a regulated environment.
• Specific Certifications or Training: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Other Quantifiable Preference:
• Proven leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of successful process improvement projects.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of GMP regulations and current industry practices.
  

Moderna offers personalized benefit programs and well-being resources as unique as our global workforce so employees can do their best work.

We recognize and appreciate your diverse needs and interests and do our best to support you at work and at home with:

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Educational resources
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!
  

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

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.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

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 proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to 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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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