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The Role

The Pilot Scale Operations team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated full-time Individual to support Nucleic Acid pilot-scale production. Qualified candidates will have relevant academic or industry experience in solution preparation, RNA processing, sterile fill/finish and/or tangential flow filtration experience, and an understanding of scaling and technology transfer of these unit operations. A successful candidate should have exposure to large and small-scale equipment maintenance and troubleshooting; as well as authoring and updating equipment specific SOPs. This position will require excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a focus on operational excellence and process optimization. A successful candidate must demonstrate the independent drive and collaborative spirit to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Here’s What You’ll Do

- Be the receiving unit for technology transfer from Moderna’s Process Development teams, focusing on nucleic acid development, enzyme reactions, and scale-up
- Assist other development scientists / engineers in defining process development and scale-up strategy, and implementing process control strategies
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custom equipment used to manufacture Formulations batches
- Characterize product attributes through collaboration with analytical and technical teams
- Demonstrate and implement lab best practices
- Update and write standard operating procedure (SOPs) associated with production as needed
- Practice safe work habits and adhere to Moderna safety procedures and guidelines
- Adhere to documented waste handling procedures to respect environmental regulations

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

- Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential
- BS/BA (required) or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field with 0-2 years related experience
- Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration experience is preferred
- Ability to multi-task in relentless pursuit of successful outcomes
- Exceptional written and oral communication

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.

That’s why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
- Competitive 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 planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, 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 salary range for this role is $63,200.00 - $100,900.00. 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.

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.

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.