Associate Director, Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) – Chemistry & Raw Materials

ModernaTX • Norwood, MA

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About The Position

The Role: Moderna is seeking an Associate Director, Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) – Chemistry & Raw Materials based at their Norwood, MA site. The Associate Director of Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T) – Chemistry and Raw Materials will provide scientific, strategic, operational and people leadership. This role leads a global team responsible for the method validation and transfer strategies of chemistry and raw material commercial methods, implementation, and network data oversight. The Associate Director will partner cross-functionally with Quality Control (QC), Manufacturing, Technical Development, and external partners to drive readiness, consistency, and excellence in analytical sciences.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Chemistry, Analytical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field; BS with extensive experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology analytical sciences, with direct experience in raw materials and chemistry-focused methods.
• Strong expertise in method validation, transfer, lifecycle management, and global regulatory expectations (ICH, USP, Ph. Eur., etc.).
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing scientific teams in a global, matrixed environment.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to drive alignment across internal stakeholders, global QC, and external partners.
• Experience supporting QC laboratories, training, and investigations in GMP-regulated environments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of scientists and specialists, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and growth.
• Build a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across internal and external laboratories.
• Ensure team priorities are clear, aligned to business objectives, and executed with a focus on compliance, quality, and scientific rigor.
• Method Strategy & Oversight Lead the design of method validation and transfer strategies for raw material and chemistry methods.
• Provide scientific oversight to ensure robustness, reproducibility, and regulatory alignment of methods across the global network.
• Partner with cross functional teams to design and implement a comprehensive raw material qualification strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations, robust supplier oversight, and global network consistency
• Provide strategic oversight for global analytical performance and ensure alignment across sites and partners.
• Documentation & Compliance Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), method forms, training documents, and supporting records are complete, compliant, and audit-ready.
• Drive holistic implementation and maintenance of documentation and training materials across laboratories to support QC analyst onboarding and ongoing development.
• Training & Network Support Partner with QC leaders to design and oversee training strategies that ensure analyst proficiency across raw material and chemistry methods.
• Provide network-wide data oversight to ensure integrity, consistency, and alignment with global requirements.
• Investigations & CMO Engagement Provide expert support in analytical investigations, including method performance issues and raw material testing challenges.
• Collaborate with CMOs and suppliers to ensure technical alignment, timely resolution of issues, and adherence to company standards.
• Act as a key AS&T point of contact for external partners supporting raw materials and chemistry testing.

Benefits

• 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 extras

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees