Sr. Research Associate, Analytical Technical Operations

The Role:

We seek a motivated individual with experience in analytical chemistry to support Technical Development. Candidates should have experience with various analytical techniques such as HPLC, molecular biology, and/or biophysical characterization. In this laboratory-based position, the individual will support daily operations and troubleshooting of analytical results and equipment, such as HPLCs, plate readers and liquid handlers. Experience with lab automation is a plus. The candidate must thrive in a fast paced environment, have a collaborative spirit, and be curious and willing to learn new techniques to push process development forward.

Here's What Youll Do:

• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including, but not limited to: HPLCs, Plate Readers, Liquid Handlers, specialty equipment.

• Prepare samples, execute analytical testing, and perform data analysis with rapid turnaround time

• Perform peer data review and interpret results

• Understand basic method and laboratory equipment troubleshooting

• Collaborate with process development colleagues on sample results

• Enable high-throughput testing workflows with Digital and Development teams

• Aid in development of analytical methods to support Modernas pipeline

• Execute improvement projects to strengthen overall lab competencies

• Be accountable for good documentation of experiments

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table:

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Analytical Biochemistry, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

• 2-5 years of experience in analytical chemistry/process development or technical operations.

• Understanding of good lab practices and techniques

• Ability to multi-task and be flexible

• Desire to learn and be part of fast-paced team with multiple concurrent priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in chromatography techniques including IEX/RP separation, UV/MS/CAD detection

• Experience with molecular biology techniques including ELISA and qPCR

• Experience with integrated laboratory automation including Hamilton, Tecan, and Echo liquid handlers

• Experience with laboratory supporting software including Chromeleon (or similar LC controlling software), QuantStudio, LIMS, ELN, Microsoft Office

Competencies

• Motivated, detail oriented, and shows a passion for science.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment.

• Flexible, adaptable in collaborations.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate progress and challenges.

• Driven to complete assignments.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  Vacation, sick time and holidays
  Volunteer time to participate within your community
  Discretionary year-end shutdown
  Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

In over 10 years since its inception, Moderna has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of messenger RNA (mRNA), to an enterprise with a diverse clinical portfolio of vaccines and therapeutics across seven modalities, a broad intellectual property portfolio in areas including mRNA and lipid nanoparticle formulation, and an integrated manufacturing plant that allows for rapid clinical and commercial production at scale. Moderna maintains alliances with a broad range of domestic and overseas government and commercial collaborators, which has allowed for the pursuit of both groundbreaking science and rapid scaling of manufacturing. Most recently, Moderna's capabilities have come together to allow the authorized use and approval of one of the earliest and most effective vaccines against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moderna's mRNA platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases. Moderna has been named a top biopharmaceutical employer by Science for the past seven years. To learn more, visit www.modernatx.com.

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. Were 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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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