Associate Director, Global Regulatory Advertising and Promotion

The Associate Director, Global Regulatory Advertising and Promotion will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for promotional and non-promotional materials across various communication channels. This role will serve as a key liaison between Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Medical, and Commercial teams to provide strategic regulatory guidance on advertising and promotional activities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in FDA regulations, OPDP (Office of Prescription Drug Promotion)/Advertising and Promotional Labeling Branch (APLB) guidance, and industry best practices.

• Regulatory Compliance & Review Review and approve promotional materials, corporate communications, and disease awareness campaigns to ensure compliance with FDA and other applicable regulatory requirements. Guide promotional strategy as the Regulatory Ad Promo representative during early stages of product development Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements, enforcement trends, and industry best practices.
• Review and approve promotional materials, corporate communications, and disease awareness campaigns to ensure compliance with FDA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Guide promotional strategy as the Regulatory Ad Promo representative during early stages of product development
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements, enforcement trends, and industry best practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead discussions for assigned products during the Promotional Material Review Team (PMRT) and Medical Review Committee (MRC) working closely with Marketing, Medical, Legal, and Compliance teams to develop impactful material that aligns with regulatory expectations.
• Lead discussions for assigned products during the Promotional Material Review Team (PMRT) and Medical Review Committee (MRC) working closely with Marketing, Medical, Legal, and Compliance teams to develop impactful material that aligns with regulatory expectations.
• Health Authority Interactions Support interactions with the FDA’s Advertising and Promotional Labeling Branch (APLB) and other regulatory authorities as needed. Prepare regulatory submissions for promotional materials, including 2253 filings and advisory comments requests. Address regulatory queries from health authorities regarding promotional and advertising content.
• Support interactions with the FDA’s Advertising and Promotional Labeling Branch (APLB) and other regulatory authorities as needed.
• Prepare regulatory submissions for promotional materials, including 2253 filings and advisory comments requests.
• Address regulatory queries from health authorities regarding promotional and advertising content.
• Training & Process Improvement Develop and deliver training programs on promotional regulations for internal stakeholders. Help refine internal SOPs, best practices, and review processes for advertising and promotion compliance. Monitor and analyze enforcement actions and industry trends to proactively mitigate regulatory risks.
• Develop and deliver training programs on promotional regulations for internal stakeholders.
• Help refine internal SOPs, best practices, and review processes for advertising and promotion compliance.
• Monitor and analyze enforcement actions and industry trends to proactively mitigate regulatory risks.

• Education Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Regulatory Affairs, or a related discipline). Advanced degree (PharmD, JD, or Master’s in Regulatory Affairs) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Regulatory Affairs, or a related discipline).
• Advanced degree (PharmD, JD, or Master’s in Regulatory Affairs) preferred.
• Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, with at least 2 years focused on advertising and promotion in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry. Strong knowledge of applicable regulations and enforcement trends Prior experience working with cross-functional review committees in a regulated environment. Global regulatory knowledge (EMA, Health Canada, UK etc.) is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, with at least 2 years focused on advertising and promotion in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry.
• Strong knowledge of applicable regulations and enforcement trends
• Prior experience working with cross-functional review committees in a regulated environment.
• Global regulatory knowledge (EMA, Health Canada, UK etc.) is a plus.
• Skills & Competencies Deep understanding of US and global regulatory frameworks for advertising and promotion. Excellent ability to interpret and apply regulatory guidelines and requirements in a business-focused, solutions-oriented manner. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing regulatory documentation. Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Deep understanding of US and global regulatory frameworks for advertising and promotion.
• Excellent ability to interpret and apply regulatory guidelines and requirements in a business-focused, solutions-oriented manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing regulatory documentation.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with digital and social media promotional compliance.
• Experience in infectious diseases, oncology, rare diseases, and/or vaccines is a plus.

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Competitive healthcare, 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 investments to help you plan for the future
• Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $142,500.00 - $256,500.00.
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.

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.

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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.

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.

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