Manager, Patient Engagement and Equity

Moderna • Cambridge, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role: A perfect candidate will assist in implementing Moderna’s strategies to support trial diversity, health equity, and patient engagement across clinical development. This role will contribute to projects focused on improving the representation of diverse populations in clinical trials and promoting equitable access to research participation. Working under guidance from senior team members, the Manager will support study teams in applying inclusive practices to clinical operations and help drive execution of community and site engagement activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required, degree in public health, life sciences, clinical research, or a related field preferred.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in clinical research, public health, patient engagement, or related field.
• Some exposure to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in clinical trial settings is desirable.
• Basic understanding of clinical trial processes and patient recruitment.
• Ability to work across teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing health equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives across assigned clinical trials.
• Monitor and report on demographic enrollment targets in partnership with study teams.
• Provide input on recruitment and retention strategies to enhance diverse patient participation in clinical studies.
• Support the execution of patient engagement initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams, sites, and external partners including advocacy groups and community organizations to support outreach efforts.
• Participate in initiatives to expand access through decentralized or hybrid clinical trial models.
• Help prepare training content and awareness materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in study team meetings and cross-functional working groups to represent health equity objectives.
• Support internal communication and documentation of health equity activities and progress.
• Contribute to an inclusive team culture by promoting open communication and shared learning.

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: Manager