Associate Director, Portfolio Reporting & Analytics

Moderna leverages its mRNA platform to develop medicines with speed and flexibility. The Portfolio Reporting & Analytics team turns complex, cross-functional data into clear reports and user-friendly dashboards that deliver actionable insights, enabling stakeholders across Development—from study and program teams to senior leaders—to make confident, data-driven decisions and advance our R&D pipeline.

We seek an Associate Director to support our mission and drive impact across the organization as part of this high-visibility team. This role is integral to delivering data-driven insights that provide visibility into operational plans and milestones, enable trade-off assessments, and empower decisions for clinical studies, projects, and programs. In this role, the incumbent will collaborate with diverse teams including Clinical Operations and related functions, leveraging subject matter expertise in clinical operations and clinical development, technical expertise and analytical capabilities to translate pressing business questions into intuitive dashboards and advanced analytic capabilities that deliver high-impact outcomes.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leveraging data and technology to make meaningful contributions; they are a self-starter with a strong foundation in clinical drug development, analytics, and business communications. The successful candidate is eager to support development and delivery of analytics and insights that inform decisions for our large, interconnected portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on the direction and success of initiatives within the Portfolio Reporting & Analytics team and the wider organization.

The role is based in Cambridge, MA with an expectation of 70% of the time in office.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Define, develop and own reporting, analytics, and insights roadmap supporting clinical study operational planning and forecasting through close partnership with business stakeholders and digital partners
• Regularly engage with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., clinical operations, clinical development, finance, strategy, regulatory, research, etc.) to understand business needs and inform priorities
• Lead ongoing evolution of existing reporting and analytics to provide visibility into pipeline updates at a study level to cross-functional leaders
• Develop fit-for purpose solutions that enable scenario modeling, support trade-off assessment and informed decision-making across Moderna’s portfolio
• Provide direction to software product leads and engineers to ensure our database architecture and software meet the needs of our future analytics vision
   

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, and/or PhD in life science, and/or computer science disciplines
• 6+ years of experience in data or analytics roles, preferably within biopharma or consulting/advisory services
• Subject matter expertise in drug development and clinical study operations
• Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze complex data
• Proficiency with business intelligence platforms (e.g., Tableau, Spotfire)
• Familiarity with translational databases (AWS Redshift)
• Track record of leading high-impact projects with cross-functional teams, including facilitating workshops for road-mapping, prioritization, and capability design

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

• Experience with gathering and translating business needs from stakeholders into technical requirements and impactful deliverables through close collaboration and partnership with business stakeholders and Digital partners
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to articulate complex data concepts and analytical insights to diverse audiences, including senior stakeholders
• Versatility and creativity to tackle problems through a variety of approaches (i.e., EQ and IQ)
• Comfort with ambiguity and an adaptable mindset; able to pivot based on evolving business needs and real-time data
• Experience leading change management initiatives, including training and creating business communications
• A commitment to learning the scientific and technical foundations of Moderna’s platform biotechnology and approach to developing medicines
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with the desire to contribute to a transformational and fast-paced organization
• Experience building models and forecasts from Excel to more complex AI techniques
• Ability to code (e.g., Python, R, SQL)

Pay & Benefits

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 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

The salary range for this role is $137,500.00 - $247,500.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

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 [email protected]. 

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. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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