Manager, High Throughput Operations

The Role:
Moderna is seeking a Manager of High Throughput Operations (HTOPs), to lead a cohesive team responsible for the high throughput pre-clinical production of high-quality DNA, RNA, and LNP for supply of Moderna’s research pipeline. This position is located at our Technical Development Operations site in Norwood, MA. This position will be staggered shift Monday – Friday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm .

The individual in this role will be a hands-on front-line leader, accountable for leading a team in support of an automated, fast-paced operation to deliver DNA, RNA, and LNP for our Research and Process Development customers. He/she will apply existing knowledge of bioprocess unit operations and operational excellence while learning new processes and the Moderna platform to enable technical success. They will enable technical and operational success while keeping employee safety and product quality front of mind. They will manage a high-performing, flexible operations team capable of meeting a constantly evolving High Throughput Operations timelines and priorities with dotted line responsibilities to supporting groups including Digital, Quality, Robotics, Logistics, and Facilities. They will also provide input to senior management on resource, training, or other needs to ensure business and financial goals are met.

Here’s What You’ll Do:
Ensure safe and high-quality production of DNA, mRNA, and/or LNP

Establish and maintain a safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture driven team

Oversee the hiring, training, development, retention, and performance of staff for execution in HTOPs

Provide on-the-floor coaching of the operations team in execution of the process, troubleshooting, and safety practices

Identify risks and escalate communicate issues that could impact metrics and process performance

Work with process SMEs to develop SOPs and training materials and ensure appropriate training of staff and adherence to established procedures and operational excellence practices

Own and drive good shift handover practices (in partnership with the supervisors on either side of your schedule)

Adhere to laboratory gowning procedures

Adhere to documented waste handling procedures to respect environmental regulations

Exercise independent judgement and decision-making as appropriate

Development of effective working relationships with both HTOPs and cross-functional partners

Support and/or lead continuous improvement projects, goals, and/or OKRs

Dotted line management to junior level staff in the supporting groups (e.g., digital, quality, robotics) of the staggered shift

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

A BS in engineering or sciences and 8 years of experience in all manufacturing processes in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment.

Previous management or project experience is required

Subject Matter Expert on the manufacturing process of DNA, RNA, and/or LNP is preferred.

Highly organized with drive and flexibility to operate in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace

Subject Matter Expert on the manufacture of DNA, RNA, and/or LNP

Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard workflows and on-the floor presence walkthroughs

Ability to work in a team setting

Exceptional analytical and communication skills (oral and written)

Preferred Qualifications:
Subject Matter Expert on the production of DNA, mRNA, and/or LNP is preferred

Experience with cell culture / fermentation operations

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong leadership, collaboration, and team building skills

Skill in conflict resolution and crucial conversations (within the team and between functions)

Fluency in digital systems such as MS Teams, Smartsheet, Excel, etc.

Proven ability to assess risk and collaborate with support groups to develop suitable action plans and minimize potential impact

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
• D iscretionary 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!

Candidates should be aware that Moderna currently maintains a policy requiring all US-based employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive a booster shot once eligible . Newly hired employees must be vaccinated and boosted prior to their employment start date. Moderna is an equal opportunity employer and will provide a reasonable accommodation to those unable to be vaccinated or receive a booster where it is not an undue hardship to the company to do so as provided under federal, state, and local law.

About Moderna
In over 10 years since its inception, Moderna has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of messenger RNA (mRNA), to an enterprise with a diverse clinical portfolio of vaccines and therapeutics across seven modalities, a broad intellectual property portfolio in areas including mRNA and lipid nanoparticle formulation, and an integrated manufacturing plant that allows for rapid clinical and commercial production at scale. Moderna maintains alliances with a broad range of domestic and overseas government and commercial collaborators, which has allowed for the pursuit of both groundbreaking science and rapid scaling of manufacturing. Most recently, Moderna's capabilities have come together to allow the authorized use and approval of one of the earliest and most effective vaccines against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moderna's mRNA platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases. Moderna has been named a top biopharmaceutical employer by Science for the past seven years. To learn more, visit www.modernatx.com .

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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