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The Role
Moderna continues to expand its innovative mRNA platform, unlocking new applications across diseases and therapeutic areas. As the company advances its oncology pipeline, including a personalized mRNA therapy intismeran in collaboration with Merck, a Phase 2 off-the-shelf cancer therapy (mRNA-4359), and additional cancer antigen therapies (mRNA-4106 and mRNA-4203) entering Phase 1, this role will play a critical part in shaping portfolio decisions.
Moderna is seeking a Director of Strategic Forecasting to lead global revenue forecasting for its oncology portfolio, spanning early research through launch readiness. This high-impact individual contributor role sits within the Commercial organization and supports investment decisions, portfolio planning, and long-range forecasting for pipeline assets as well as operational US forecasting for intismeran.
This role partners closely with R&D, Commercial, Finance, and CMC to deliver operational and strategic forecasts, scenario plans, and market insights that shape Moderna's direction in oncology.
You combine strong analytical expertise with deep oncology domain knowledge and are comfortable translating uncertainty into actionable insights. You are a collaborative thinker who thrives in complex, cross-functional environments and brings a proactive mindset to decision support.
Here's What You'll Do

• Partner with alliance stakeholders at Merck to develop strategic and operational forecasts for intismeran and define KPIs to track launch performance.
• Develop revenue forecasts focused on the oncology pipeline to inform decision-making from preclinical research through commercialization.
• Deliver scenario analyses and contextualize uncertainty to support key strategic decisions and leadership planning.
• Generate deep insights on products and markets of interest through secondary and primary research and data analytics (partnering with insights functions as needed).
• Serve as a forecasting partner to cross-functional stakeholders in R&D, Finance, CMC and Commercial to contribute forecasting insights in cross-functional forums.
• Drive integration of program-level forecasts into broader portfolio models and long-range planning frameworks, in close collaboration with Finance and Strategy teams, to support operational alignment and strategic decision-making.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, competitive developments, and market dynamics to provide forward-looking insights and shape strategic planning.
• Support portfolio investment decisions by delivering evidence-based forecasts and scenario models that reflect market dynamics and clinical development risk.

Here's What You'll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• 8+ years of experience in forecasting, analytics or strategic planning within the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry, with exposure to multiple stages of drug development.
• Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in revenue forecasting, including applications across pipeline programs, inline products, and enterprise planning.
• Experience supporting LRP, LE, or other enterprise-level financial and operational planning processes
• Experience in gathering various types of insights (secondary research, primary research, data analytics etc.) and integrating them to inform forecasting assumptions and strategic questions.
• Strong familiarity with the oncology market dynamics.
• Knowledge of oncology-specific datasets covering market landscape, competitive intelligence, real-world product utilization, prescription behavior etc.

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

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) preferred.
• Launch performance metrics development experience a plus.
• Prior consulting and/or market research/ CI/ analytics experience is a plus.
• Prior oncology forecasting experience strongly preferred, particularly in early-stage or novel modalities.
• Strategic thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across R&D, Commercial, and Finance.
• Expertise in building and interpreting strategic forecasts, portfolio models, and scenario planning analyses; specific oncology experience preferred.
• Advanced analytics capability with executive-level communication - ability to work with large, complex datasets (e.g., claims or prescription drug use databases) to inform model inputs and generate robust forecast ranges
• Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively present insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Curiosity mindset in applying latest technological developments, including GenAI, to enhance forecasting tools and processes
• A passion for contributing to a transformative company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Pay & Benefits
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 voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future
• Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $183,800.00 - $330,300.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
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.
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.
Our Working Model
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.
Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.
Equal Opportunities
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 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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Accommodations
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.
Export Control NoticeThis position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.