Moderna

Director, Technical Development Operations

Job Description

Posted on: 
2026-03-30

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead a multidisciplinary bioassay operations team.
  • Oversee execution of critical assay types supporting stability, release, and characterization.
  • Define and own key operational metrics and drive continuous improvement.
  • Implement GxP-ready infrastructure across various workflows.
  • Serve as the bioassay and operations lead in the design and launch of the Bioassay CoE.
  • Collaborate with various teams to ensure project alignment and on-time delivery.
  • Develop and implement operating models for GMP and non-GMP testing.

Job Requirements

  • Degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
  • 15 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree or 10 years with a PhD.
  • Experience leading bioassay operations and centralized CoE facilities.
  • Strong leadership experience across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience in delivering complex capital automation projects in a regulated environment.
  • Familiarity with automated lab systems and regulatory expectations.
  • Strong track record of cross-functional influence and operational metrics improvement.
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