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Senior Specialist – CMC Program Management

Senior Specialist – CMC Program Management

CompanyModerna
LocationNorwood, MA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related technical discipline.
  • Experience: 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree or 2 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

  • Leverage previous experience within CMC product development and commercialization to integrate between multiple functional areas, including Tech Dev, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain.
  • Create and oversee the CMC project plan to align with program goals and ensure timely execution.
  • Develop project plans that integrate cross-functional inputs and support strategy execution.
  • Manage the risk register by identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure action items from team meetings are completed, upholding team accountability.
  • Organize and lead team meetings, producing concise materials to communicate key points.
  • Provide data analysis to support strategic decisions and direction setting.
  • Track project milestones, report progress, and keep stakeholders informed.
  • Formulate plans for risk mitigation and scenario planning for potential challenges.
  • Oversee project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
  • Lead Project Management processes, including reviews, goal setting, and commercialization strategies.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of Project Management practices for organizational effectiveness.
  • Participate in and contribute to company-wide improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • Previous experience with CMC product development and commercialization.
  • Familiarity with CMC technical processes and the overall drug development process.
  • Strong project management skills with an agile approach to system development.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence without authority.
  • Proven experience in risk register maintenance and action log management.
  • Proficiency in facilitating meetings and drafting presentation materials.
  • Ability to lead contingency planning and scenario analyses.
  • Advanced PowerPoint, SmartSheet, and MS Project skills.
  • Evidence of advanced problem-solving, innovative thinking to deliver creative solutions.
  • Ability to work collaboratively on multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills to form and maintain strong relationships.
  • Willingness and dedication to go above and beyond in pursuit of team goals.
  • Desire to understand and learn new technology.