The Role
The Technical Development (Tech Dev) organization at Moderna designs, develops, and advances manufacturing and analytical control strategies for mRNA medicines. Co-ops will join high-performing analytical teams supporting PhysChem and Bioassay testing to enable clinical and commercial manufacturing. You’ll apply your educational background while gaining hands-on experience in analytical method execution, data analysis, and method lifecycle management for mRNA drug substance and drug product. Through this work, you’ll deepen your understanding of how robust analytical methods ensure product quality, stability, and regulatory compliance.
Within Tech Dev, the Analytical Technical Operations team supports the execution and continuous improvement of Physicochemical and Bioassay methods. The team ensures accurate, reliable, and timely analytical results to enable process support, stability studies, technology transfer, and regulatory filings.
Here’s What You’ll Do
- Work with a team of highly skilled experts to build technical knowledge in PhysChem and Bioassay analytical platforms.
- Execute analytical testing methods (e.g., chromatography, electrophoresis, spectroscopy, cell-based assays, potency assays, or other physicochemical and biological assays) following established protocols.
- Use laboratory, technical, and communication skills to generate experimental results, perform data analysis, and document findings in formal reports including conclusions and recommended next steps.
- Support method performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance robustness, throughput, and reliability.
- Participate in planning, design, and execution of method optimization studies, including statistical evaluation of assay performance characteristics.
- Assist in investigations related to atypical results, method deviations, or assay variability, contributing to root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with process development, formulation, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure analytical methods meet program needs.
- Contribute to preparation of technical documentation to support regulatory filings, technology transfer, and inspection readiness.
- Review relevant scientific literature and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for analytical innovation and efficiency improvements.
- Present findings and updates in cross-functional meetings.
- Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
- Current student enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biophysics, Statistics, Cell Biology, Immunology, or a related field.
- Strong fundamental scientific skills for evaluation and interpretation of experimental data.
- Laboratory experience applicable to analytical method execution, including experience with physicochemical characterization and/or bioassay techniques.
- At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in the US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.
- This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
- GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, CE, UV-Vis, DLS, LC-MS, ELISA, qPCR, and other physicochemical or bioanalytical platforms.
- Experience with cell culture, cell-based potency assays, western blot, SDS-PAGE, and related molecular and immunological techniques.
- Basic understanding of assay performance characteristics (accuracy, precision, specificity, linearity, robustness) and data trending.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and contribute effectively to high-performing teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.
Pay & Benefits
At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us —at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
- Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
- Subsidized commuter benefits
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
- Location-specific perks and extras
The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $60.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. 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.
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.
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.
Our Working Model
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.
Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.
Equal Opportunities
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 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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Accommodations
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 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 contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.
Export Control Notice This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.
