Senior Director, Molecular Pathology And Cell Biology

Moderna

Remote
Base: $196,700.00 - $353,400.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Fully remote
Molecular pathology and cell biology strategy
Target validation and mechanism of action studies
Biomarker development and translational hypothesis testing
Moderna is seeking a Senior Director of Molecular Pathology and Cell Biology to lead innovative scientific teams and strategies that support therapeutic research. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in translational research and molecular pathology, with a focus on advancing drug development

Job Summary

  • Provide end-to-end leadership for molecular pathology and cell biology strategies to enable target validation, mechanism-of-action studies, biomarker development, and translational hypothesis testing.
  • Lead innovative scientific teams, deploy advanced tissue and cellular model systems, and generate critical insights that accelerate the development of transformative medicines.
  • 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.

Matching Summary

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Moderna is seeking a Senior Director of Molecular Pathology and Cell Biology to lead innovative scientific teams and strategies that support therapeutic research. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in translational research and molecular pathology, with a focus on advancing drug development.

Salary

Base: $196,700.00 - $353,400.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award; Benefits: Best-in-class healthcare coverage, holistic well-being resources, family planning benefits, generous paid time off, savings and investment opportunities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Molecular pathology and cell biology strategy
  • Target validation and mechanism of action studies
  • Biomarker development and translational hypothesis testing
  • Advanced tissue-based assay strategies
  • Cell-based functional assays
  • Experimental model systems development

Nice-to-have

  • Digital pathology infrastructure evolution
  • Spatial biology technologies integration
  • External scientific engagement track record

Key Requirements

  • PhD, MD, or equivalent in Pathology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Cancer Biology, or related discipline
  • 12+ years of experience in translational research, molecular pathology, or functional cell biology
  • Proven leadership of multidisciplinary scientific teams
  • Experience supporting IND-enabling studies and regulatory submissions

Work Rights

US persons eligible for export-controlled information

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