The Role

This role will lead Modernas R&D; collaboration strategy in Canada, shaping and expanding the company's footprint within the national life sciences ecosystem.

The lead will define and execute a clear vision for partnership-driven innovation, identifying and advancing opportunities that accelerate scientific discovery and strengthen Modernas' long-term position in Canada.

With deep knowledge of Canada's R&D; landscape, the lead will serve as a critical bridge between Modernas' global R&D; organization and leading Canadian scientific institutions, aligning external opportunities with enterprise priorities and Canada's broader biomanufacturing and life sciences strategy.

The role is accountable for translating strategy into execution: developing robust business cases, aligning on value creation and capture, and driving delivery through cross-functional coordination.

They will engage senior stakeholders across academia, biotech, and gover...