Senior Product Manager, Research Applications, Digital for Research

Moderna Therapeutics - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cambridge, MA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Product Manager will lead the Product space focusing on Formulations and workflow support within the Research business unit at Moderna. This role merges scientific expertise with digital product management skills, overseeing the strategy, development, and support of critical software products used in innovative research environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in research science and proven digital product management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a clear vision for software products that support scientific research, aligning product strategies with business objectives and scientific goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams comprising software engineers, discovery science team representatives, and data science leads to deliver products that transform scientific data into actionable insights.
• Manage the product lifecycle from concept through development, deployment, and refinement, ensuring products meet high standards required in a scientific research environment.
• Craft and maintain product roadmaps, prioritize product features, and balance market needs with practical implementation strategies.
• Translate complex scientific needs into detailed technical requirements that drive software development, facilitating the formulation and delivery of high-value solutions.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to evaluate product effectiveness and impact on research outcomes.
• Engage regularly with stakeholders to ensure continuous alignment of the product with business needs and user expectations.
• Champion agile methodologies, encouraging iterative development and responsive adjustments based on feedback and changing requirements.
• Serve as the primary communicator and liaison between the scientific SMEs consuming our products and the Digital team generating them.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a hard science (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific field).
• 5+ years of experience in product management, specifically in digital products within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries.
• Demonstrated success in leading product development in a research-focused field.
• Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies and product lifecycle management.

Nice-to-haves

• Direct experience as a research scientist in the biotech sector is highly desirable.
• First-hand experience in Product Management operating principles and tools (JIRA, Persona Definitions, Road mapping, and the hierarchy of Initiative:Epic:Story:Task).
• Proven ability to navigate the complexities of developing software products that comply with scientific needs and requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage and motivate cross-functional teams.
• An innovative, problem-solving mindset, with a track record of translating research challenges into successful digital solutions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!