No transparency - Anonymous employee Moderna Employee Review

2.0
Feb 7, 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Compensation and benefits are top notch, for now

Cons

There is a total lack of transparency at this company. Senior leadership makes decisions and issues decrees from one week to the next that are all "effective immediately" with no guidance or roadmaps. Stakeholders and steering committees are ignored with decisions made by one or two people at the top....this is one of the most hierarchical companies I've ever worked at. A good chunk of the clinical operations personnel are not even up to date on ICH or other regulatory and industry guidance from 10 years ago. This place is a circus because they keep hiring clowns.

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Moderna Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We understand that transparency is a cornerstone of trust and effective leadership, and we are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, supported, and heard. Your concerns regarding transparency in decision-making and the level of our clinical operations team's knowledge in regulatory guidance are taken very seriously. These points stand in stark contrast to our core values of collaboration, quality, and integrity. We recognize that continuous learning and adherence to industry standards are critical in our field, and we are dedicated to ensuring our practices reflect this. To address these issues, we encourage you to reach out directly to your HR business partner. Alternatively, if you prefer to provide feedback anonymously, we offer the Moderna Speak Up hotline, which is a confidential channel designed to ensure your voice is heard while maintaining your privacy. Speak Up hotline: https://moderna.whispli.com/compliancehotline. Thank you again for sharing your feedback.

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