Sr. Director, Ethics & Compliance
ModernaTX, Inc.

Job Info

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The Role

The Senior Director, Ethics and Compliance, is a leader on our Ethics and Compliance team and a member of the US Leadership Team. Reporting to the Chief Ethics, Compliance & Privacy Officer, with strong partnership with senior leaders across Legal, Commercial, Medical, Clinical, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Development, IT, Finance and HR to build and integrate appropriate local compliance controls with our global compliance program. This role will be responsible for establishing US compliance strategy and guidance to enable Moderna's commercial and medical organizations while collaborating and coordinating with the Global compliance team. The ideal candidate will have deep US compliance experience and prior experience building local compliance programs at a global pharmaceutical company. This individual will also exhibit exceptional dynamic range, capable of quickly pivoting between global strategy and local operational execution, with a relentless focus on ensuring that the team can meet the needs of Moderna as it continues to scale.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Act with urgency: Establish strong working relationships quickly, ensuring that timely, thoughtful advice on compliance is given to key departments such as Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Clinical operations. Recognize that proactive compliance measures today can prevent significant issues tomorrow.
  
• Pursue options in parallel: Lead the US Compliance Committee, evaluating multiple strategies and technologies to enhance the compliance program, making informed decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term goals.
  
• Accept risk: Develop and implement US compliance strategies that recognize the inherent risks in the pharmaceutical industry, embracing these risks as necessary for impactful innovation and progress.
  
• Obsess over learning: Continually seek knowledge in US compliance trends and global best practices, fostering a culture where rapid learning and adaptation are key to staying ahead in a dynamic regulatory environment.
  
• Pivot fearlessly: Be prepared to adjust US compliance strategies and operations in response to new data, regulatory changes, or internal audit findings, ensuring that the organization remains agile and compliant.
  
• Question convention: Challenge existing compliance models and practices, driving innovation in how Moderna approaches ethics and compliance to better serve the evolving landscape of the pharmaceutical industry.
  
• Push past possible: Fostering a culture where striving for excellence is the norm and where comfort zones are expanded to reach new heights of compliance and integrity.
  
• Behave like owners: Treat the company's compliance needs as a personal responsibility, going beyond the job description to build a robust and integrated program that reflects the ownership mindset at every level.
  
• Act with dynamic range: Seamlessly transition between setting strategic compliance visions at the global level and executing operational tasks at the local level, demonstrating versatility and effectiveness in both areas.
  
• Remove viscosity: Streamline processes and communication channels across departments, promoting swift and coordinated action that aligns with Moderna's collective goals.
  
• Prioritize the platform: Focus on strengthening the overall compliance framework that supports Moderna's products and services, ensuring that the platform is robust, scalable, and adaptable to the company's growth.
  
• Digitize everywhere possible: Leverage digital technologies and data analytics to enhance the compliance program, using digital tools to maximize efficiency, transparency, and the impact of compliance initiatives on patient safety and company integrity.
  

Here's What You'll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree required. JD or MBA preferred.
  
• 12+ years of relevant US commercial, compliance and/or legal experience
  
• 7+ years of experience in a leadership position in a highly regulated industry, preferably in biopharma or life sciences industries
  
• Experience scaling and building compliance functions that are digitally-enabled
  
• Proven success building required processes in a simple and efficient manner
  
• Demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills
  

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Working knowledge of relevant US compliance guidelines, regulations (AKS, FCA, FDCA, HIPAA, FCPA) and PhRMA Code principles
  
• Proven experience in balancing country-level operational priorities with global compliance program development imperatives to ensure continuous improvement across multiple functions in a global company
  
• Ability to work with senior management both in a strategic high-level counseling and advising mode, as well as tactically, to achieve daily, short-term and long-term company goals
  
• Adept at balancing risk and opportunity and highly accountable environment where you can make a clear impact
  
• Excellent, communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills and an ability to develop relevant and realistic plans, programs, and recommendations to influence great outcomes.
  
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple matters simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment, and to respond quickly, clearly and pragmatically to urgent situations and rapidly shifting priorities in ambiguous or challenging situations.
  
• Motivation and initiative to take ownership of project from discovery to resolution, set aggressive business goals, drive results, and meet tight deadlines
  
• High ethical standards, integrity and strength of character in his/her personal and professional dealings and a willingness to act on and be accountable for his/her decisions
  
• Ability to learn the Moderna culture and to actively role model the Moderna Mindsets
  
• Demonstrated ability to own projects and consistently meet tight timing requirements and high-quality standards
  
• Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals from multiple departments at all levels of the organization
  
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information using impeccable discretion and judgment
  
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that lives our Values of Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative every day, which are built on the foundation of Integrity, Quality and Respect
  
• A curious interest of leveraging the use of AI in Ethics & Compliance day-to-day activities and to transform common processes into full digitized solutions.
  
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.
  

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  • Vacation, sick time and holidays
  • Volunteer time to participate within your community
  • Discretionary year-end shutdown
  • Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• 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.

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.

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 contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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