The Role
Supporting Moderna’s Pulmonary research team, the summer intern, Pulmonary will use our mRNA products to demonstrate expression and activity of therapeutic proteins of interest in relevant in vitro and in vivo respiratory disease models. Biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, and related majors are encouraged to apply.
Here’s What You’ll Do
- Work on a project that is important to Moderna’s mission, with support from an experienced mentor who will provide a unique perspective on projects and careers
- Be given opportunities to participate in the discovery and/or development of novel therapies for pulmonary diseases, and to collaborate with colleagues
- Perform and/or support experiments and assays such as:
- Maintaining relevant cells in culture
- Cell transfection
- Ex vivo sample preparation
- Protein detection
- Activity assays
- Sample preparation for the flow cytometry
- Maintain an organized work area and electronic lab notebook
- Analyze experimental data and present your work at group and team meetings
Here’s What You’ll Bring To The Table
- Minimum GPA of 3.4
- Currently enrolled Junior or Senior
- Must be curious, eager to learn, and independent
- Previous co-op or intern experience preferred
- Experience in the following areas is preferred
- Tissue culture and cell transfection;
- Protein detection methods (Western blot, capillary electrophoresis, MSD, ELISA)
- Flow cytometry
- PCR and subcellular fractionation/isolation
- Assay development and troubleshooting preferred
- This role is based in our new LEED-certified HQ in Cambridge, MA and is expected to be in office 70% of the time with flexibility to work from home up to 30%.
Moderna is pleased to provide you with an innovative suite of benefits, including:
- Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
- Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
- Generous paid time off, including:
- Vacation, sick time and holidays
- Volunteer time to participate within your community
- Discretionary year-end shutdown
- 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.
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 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 the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)
