Associate Director, Field Medical Advisor (m/f/d)

The Role:

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

Moderna is solidifying its presence in Germany, a country renowned for its leadership in science, research, and pharmaceutical innovation. As part of our growing operations in Germany, we are dedicated to advancing the development and delivery of mRNA-based medicines and vaccines. We are seeking exceptional talent to join us in transforming medicine and making a meaningful impact on global health.

The Field Medical Advisor will serve as a crucial link between Moderna and the medical and healthcare community in Germany, establishing and nurturing relationships with healthcare practitioners, policy makers, payers, patient groups, and healthcare administrators. You will focus on improving patient outcomes by sharing the science behind Moderna's mRNA platform through peer-to-peer scientific exchange. With a strong emphasis on building trust and engagement via personalized and digital interactions, you will drive forward Moderna’s mission to deliver cutting-edge mRNA-based therapies and vaccines.

This role demands a unique combination of scientific expertise, strategic thinking, and ethical engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and are driven by curiosity and resilience, this role is perfect for you.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Developing and implementing tailored Scientific Engagement Plans to share Moderna’s scientific messages effectively, aligned with company strategy.

• Utilizing exceptional communication skills to explain complex scientific topics to diverse audiences, leveraging tools such as Moderna's Scientific Communications Platform and generative AI.

• Generating medical insights to understand key trends, drivers, and stakeholder dynamics in the healthcare ecosystem.

• Engaging with Key Opinion Leaders, scientific societies, public health institutions, patient advocacy groups, and more to gather valuable insights and provide scientific support.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Sharing up-to-date scientific narratives and data across Moderna’s therapeutic areas, including clinical trials and research findings.

• Collaborating with healthcare professionals to identify and address unmet patient needs, proposing solutions that improve patient care and outcomes.

• Leading and executing medical engagement activities such as advisory boards, partnerships, and round tables.

• Adhering to compliance protocols, ensuring ethical interactions, and reporting as needed for product quality and adverse events.

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• We question convention: You'll challenge the status quo, providing fresh insights and solutions while navigating complex medical and healthcare environments.

• We pursue options in parallel: You will strategically explore various engagement avenues with stakeholders to optimize scientific exchange and foster a deep understanding of Moderna’s mRNA platform.

What We Expect from You:

• Community Involvement: Actively participate in healthcare communities to improve patient pathways, identifying unmet needs and proposing solutions, while fostering strong relationships with Moderna stakeholders across various functions.

• Knowledge and Development: Maintain deep knowledge of Moderna’s mRNA platform and its application, staying informed on industry trends, regulations, and healthcare policies.

• Digital Proficiency: Effectively utilize digital tools for engagement, demonstrating a "Digital First" mindset, and seeking innovative ways to enhance digital interactions.

• Collaboration and Training: Work closely with internal teams, physicians, and other stakeholders to drive initiatives, share knowledge, and contribute to internal training efforts.

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

• Masters in Scientific Discipline Required

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Medical Affairs or field medical roles

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

• Experience in medical affairs and / or clinical development and / or market access, preferably with mRNA vaccines, immunology or infectious diseases.

• MD, PhD, PharmD preferred

• Established relationships within the medical community and a strong understanding of healthcare ecosystems.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate compliance frameworks and interact ethically within a field-based role.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.

• Fluent in English and German.

• Willing to travel up to 75% within the assigned region, must reside near a major airport.

• Proficiency in digital technology and familiarity with virtual presentation platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.Top of Form

Moderna offers personalized benefit programs and well-being resources as unique as our global workforce so employees can do their best work.

We recognize and appreciate your diverse needs and interests and do our best to support you at work and at home with:

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Educational resources
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

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. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment 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 and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.

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