Sr. Research Associate, Analytical Technical Operations

The Role

The Analytical Technical Operations team seeks a motivated individual with experience in analytical chemistry to support Technical Development. You will work in a fast-paced environment that thrives on collaborative spirit and the curiosity and willingness to learn new techniques to push process development forward. This is an onsite role based in Moderna’s Technology Center campus in Norwood, MA.

You should have experience with various analytical techniques such as LC, molecular biology, and biophysical characterization. In this laboratory-based position, you will support daily operations and troubleshooting of analytical equipment, including LC’s, plate readers and liquid handlers.  Experience with lab automation is preferred.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including, but not limited to: HPLCs, Plate Readers, Liquid Handlers, and 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 Moderna’s pipeline.

• Execute improvement projects to strengthen overall lab competencies.

• Be accountable for good documentation of experiments.

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

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related technical discipline

• Experience: 2 years of relevant experience with a Batchelor’s degree or no experience with a Master’s degree

• Knowledge of good lab practices and techniques

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (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.

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

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 cri