Country Medical Director - Taiwan

If you’re interested in this role, please apply in English and include an English version of your Resume/CV.

 

The Role

Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients.

Moderna is strengthening its presence in Taiwan, a region known for its strong biotech and technology sectors. Our team leads commercial activities to bring our mRNA medicines to patients locally. We welcome professionals ready to help advance global health through innovation.

 

Reporting to the VP Medical Affairs for Asia Pacific, this role sits at the intersection of science, public health, and strategy – shaping how Moderna’s infectious disease portfolio delivers impact across Taiwan.
You will translate complex scientific and healthcare system insights into actionable medical strategies, ensuring alignment with national immunization priorities and evolving public health needs.
Leading a small team, you will drive scientific leadership, external engagement, and data generation to unlock the full value of Moderna’s vaccines and future innovations – including emerging applications of advanced technologies and AI-enabled insights.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee the execution of Medical Affairs activities, including KOL engagement and external stakeholder interactions

• Provide scientific and technical leadership within the market for our COVID-19 vaccine and future vaccination programs

• Develop and foster relationships with national and state-level stakeholders including healthcare authorities, regulators, public health experts, and scientific associations

• Engage proactively with immunization technical advisory groups and relevant institutions to advance public health dialogue

• Translate external and internal insights into actionable local medical strategies aligned with Taiwan’s healthcare system and immunization priorities

• Drive the development and execution of the Medical Affairs strategy for the Infectious Disease franchise in Taiwan

• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and impact of the local medical strategy and its execution

• Lead data generation strategies and identify innovative research opportunities to strengthen the benefit-risk profile of Moderna’s vaccines

• Enable generation and dissemination of evidence required by payers, physicians, and patients to understand and value Moderna’s innovations

• Lead insights generation activities such as advisory boards and expert meetings to inform clinical development and vaccine implementation

• Synthesize customer insights and ensure effective cross-functional dissemination across Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Marketing, Regulatory, Public Health Policy, and Government Relations

• Partner closely with regional and global Medical Affairs teams to align and adapt strategies for the local market

• Collaborate with the local commercial organization to ensure full alignment between medical and brand strategies

• Provide a clear perspective on how Taiwan’s healthcare system, national immunization plans, and guidelines must evolve to support innovative vaccines

• Represent Taiwan’s needs and opportunities at regional and global levels

• Act as a scientific leader and external ambassador for Moderna, enhancing the company’s reputation through engagement with industry associations and key opinion leaders

• Ensure timely and compliant responses to medical information requests (MIRs)

• Stay at the forefront of scientific advancements through literature and conferences, acting as a therapeutic area expert internally

• Work closely with Pharmacovigilance and Regulatory Affairs to ensure compliance and due diligence across Moderna’s portfolio

• Ensure compliance with all corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards

• Contribute to the development of scientifically accurate marketing materials, medical education programs, symposia, and advisory activities

• Provide medical review and guidance on promotional materials to ensure alignment with regulatory and scientific standards

• Lead and influence within a matrix organization, providing guidance across cross-functional teams while managing and developing a small team

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

·         “We act with urgency; Action today compounds the lives saved tomorrow.”

·         “We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.”

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

• Expertise in life or health sciences (e.g. MD, Ph.D., PharmD, pharmacist) with a solid medical/technical background and clinical research insight, business and market knowledge.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry within Medical Affairs with demonstrated successful track record.

• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to build and sustain relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong prioritization and decision-making skills, with the ability to understand how Medical Affairs decisions align with broader company strategies.

• Proven expertise at engaging scientific leaders and other key stakeholders (e.g. health care authorities, payors, medical and scientific organizations), preferably in the field of vaccines.

• Ability to work independently and effectively lead and collaborate within cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of clinical trial methodology and regulatory requirements.

• Strong understanding of local regulatory and compliance requirements.

• Experience supporting vaccine or infectious disease products, including interaction with public health authorities or immunization advisory bodies preferred.

• Proficiency in English (verbal and/or written) required due to global collaboration needs.

Pay & Benefits

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

• Best-in-class 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 building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, 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 benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

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. 

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. 

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 committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

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 accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment 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 and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. 

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