The Role: Moderna is in search of an exceptionally seasoned, motivated, and experienced intellectual property litigator to assume the role of Head of Intellectual Property Litigation. This pivotal position involves leading Moderna’s IP litigation strategy globally, working collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to safeguard the company’s interests. Reporting to the SVP, Intellectual Property, this role is integral to managing and mitigating risks, protecting Moderna’s rapid innovation, and upholding our reputation. Here’s What You’ll Do: Lead Global IP Litigation: Drive the strategy for managing Moderna’s global IP litigation and opposition matters with an act with urgency approach, understanding the direct impact on Moderna’s mission and the patients we serve. Strategic Counsel: In collaboration with the SVP, Intellectual Property, develop a forward-looking, strategic approach to IP litigation, incorporating the mindset of pushing past possible to navigate the complexities of global intellectual property challenges. Manage Outside Counsel: Optimize the management of a diverse team of outside counsel, embodying the pivot fearlessly mindset by adapting strategies in response to evolving legal landscapes and business needs. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure alignment with finance, corporate communications, and other key departments, demonstrating the remove viscosity mindset to facilitate smooth and informed decision-making processes. Discovery and Litigation Efficiency: Address discovery and litigation challenges with a focus on efficiency and minimal business disruption, applying the digitize everywhere possible mindset to leverage technology in streamlining processes. Team Leadership and Development: Lead by example, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and accountability within the IP team, demonstrating the obsess over learning and behave like owners mindsets to cultivate a high-performing team aligned with Moderna’s goals. What You’ll Bring to the Table:Basic Qualifications: J.D. from a national law school and admission to any state bar in the United States; eligible to register as in-house counsel in the State of Massachusetts. A minimum of 15 years of experience in IP litigation, with a preference for global experience and a proven track record in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the capability to build and lead a high-performing team. Preferred Qualifications: A strategic and creative approach to litigation, anticipating future challenges and crafting innovative solutions, reflecting the question convention mindset. Demonstrated ability to balance risk with opportunity, making informed decisions that align with Moderna’s strategic objectives and the accept risk as the only path to impact mindset. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously with a dynamic range in action and thought. Strong executive presence, with the skill to communicate complex matters in an easily understandable manner, fostering collaboration and influencing outcomes in line with the collaborative aspect of Moderna’s culture. In this role, the Vice President, Intellectual Property Litigation will not only contribute to protecting Moderna’s innovations but also embody the mindsets that drive our mission to create transformative medicines. This leadership position demands a blend of strategic foresight, legal expertise, and a deep commitment to Moderna’s values, ensuring our continued growth and impact on global health. Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including: 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: <ul> <li>Vacation, sick time and holidays</li> <li>Volunteer time to participate within your community</li> <li>D iscretionary year-end shutdown</li> <li>Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter</li> </ul> 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! 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. Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment. 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 proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to 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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com . (EEO/AAP Employer) #LI-AG2 -

Head of IP Litigation

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