About this role
About the Role Moderna is seeking a Director, Robotics Program Implementation Lead to shape and execute the robotics strategy across the CMC manufacturing network for Clinical and Commercial operations. The role leads a portfolio of robotics initiatives from concept to deployment, partnering with cross-functional leaders to deliver scalable, compliant, measurable business outcomes. Based in Moderna's Norwood, MA office. What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain Moderna's CMC manufacturing robotics strategy and roadmap.
- Identify and prioritize robotics opportunities (AMRs, Machine Tending Robots, Humanoids, etc.).
- Partner with business leaders to translate operational needs into robotics initiatives.
- Define solution approaches and implementation strategies in partnership with technical subject matter experts.
- Develop investment estimates, resource plans, timelines, and technical feasibility assessments for proposed initiatives.
- Lead a portfolio of robotics programs from concept through deployment and operationalization.
- Establish governance, milestones, risk management processes, and performance metrics across the robotics portfolio.
- Drive cross-functional alignment across business, engineering, digital, and quality; hold program teams accountable for commitments and execution outcomes.
- Proactively identify and remove organizational, technical, operational, and resource barriers; influence stakeholders and drive decision-making up to senior executives.
- Communicate program strategy, status, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership; promote standardization, scalability, and reuse of robotics solutions across the enterprise. What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, technical operations, or program leadership in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.
- cGMP experience in Drug Substance or Drug Product manufacturing.
- Experience developing business cases, investment estimates, resource plans, timelines, risk assessments, and value realization models.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs from concept through implementation and operationalization.
- Strong understanding of robotics, automation, manufacturing systems, equipment implementation, digital integration, and technical feasibility assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and drive execution across matrixed teams.
- Understanding of smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 concepts, ISA-95 and ISA-88 standards.
- Familiarity with Control Systems, SCADA, Fleet Management System, Data Systems, and System Integration.
- Knowledge of GAMP, Computer System Validation (CSV), and regulatory compliance.
- Travel up to 25%. Nice to Have
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
- Experience implementing robotics solutions in GMP, cleanroom, aseptic, laboratory, warehouse, packaging, inspection, or manufacturing environments.
- Experience managing a portfolio of automation, digital, manufacturing, or engineering initiatives.
- Demonstrated success leading adoption of new technologies; curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Collaborative mindset with a commitment to quality and operational excellence.
- Desire to make an impact at a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative. Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $183,800 - $330,300 per year (USD).
- Health care and voluntary benefit programs; holistic well-being resources including fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support.
- Family planning benefits (fertility, adoption, surrogacy).
- Generous paid time off, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and discretionary year-end shutdown.
- Savings and investments to plan for the future.
- Location-specific perks and extras.