Director, Public Policy US Federal

The Role

Moderna is seeking a Director, Public Policy US Federal to join its US Commercial team. This role is responsible for developing strategies for business growth and risk management through advocacy, public policy shaping, public procurement and stakeholder engagement. The person will be responsible for advancing and protecting the public policy interests and reputation of Moderna and contributing to the development of Moderna’s Public Policy and Market Shaping Strategy.  This includes communicating official company public policy positions and carrying out Moderna’s Public Policy and Market Shaping strategies in support of Moderna’s above-brand and product-specific business priorities.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Internal Responsibilities

• Report to the Head of Public Policy US

• Partner with the US Commercial team to incorporate strategic advice into brand planning and long-range strategy, including:

  • Provide input into product launch planning

  • Advise on major brand, commercial, and medical initiatives

  • Advise business partners on various Commercial and Medical initiatives in a way that advances the company’s strategy

  • Proactively develop and implement a highly coordinated market shaping/policy development strategy in alignment with above-brand and product-specific business priorities

• Collaborate with business partners in various departments across the organization, such as Sales & Marketing, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Commercial Operations, Decision Science, Business Analytics, Field Training, and Global Marketing

• Monitor and report on relevant federal and state legislation, political developments and relevant industry issues, and provide briefings on strategies aimed at protecting Moderna, its patients, and its other stakeholders.

• Act as a subject matter expert on matters relating to healthcare law and policy related business operations, staying abreast of evolving healthcare legislation and regulations

• Serve as a member of various cross-functional teams

• Educate internal stakeholders on legislative and executive matters relevant to Moderna, its patients, and its other stakeholders

External Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for Moderna in engaging key external stakeholders and understanding their priorities, initiatives and policy positions and identifying opportunities for partnership, establishing and expanding programs, and increasing advocacy for our therapies to achieve population health objectives.

• Engagement with U.S. federal agencies and multi-lateral organizations –

  • National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (in coordination with Market Access and Medical Affairs), including the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

  • U.S. Health and Human Services agencies, including:

    • Food & Drug Administration (as needed, in coordination with Legal and Regulatory Affairs)

    • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (in coordination with Market Access)

    • Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

    • Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response

• Serve as a registered lobbyist for the Company as needed

• Engagement with relevant trade associations (e.g. BIO) and external vaccine policy, public health and immunization stakeholders

• Develop strategies with relevant organizations to enable Moderna to support initiatives aimed at promoting vaccine confidence and to address vaccine hesitancy

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

• Minimum 10 years of experience in similar role within a Biotech, Pharma or Life Sciences organization

• Experience serving as a lobbyist for the Company and/or relevant government experience

• Willing to travel within the US as required, and as necessary to Moderna’s offices in Cambridge, MA and Princeton, NJ

• Bachelor’s degree required

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

• Experience in engaging and managing relationships with U.S. Congress and federal agencies and multi-lateral organizations, including:

  • National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups

  • U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

  • U.S. Health and Human Services agencies

• Recognized SME on matters relating to healthcare law and policy related business operations

• Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written). 

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. 

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

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 a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities
• Location-specific perks and extras

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. 

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. 

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. 

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

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 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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

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 leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.  (EEO Employer)  

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