2024 Co-Op, Cancer Vaccines Research

The Role:

The Moderna Research Co-op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree in life sciences.   During the co-op you will learn about the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry and gain valuable hands-on experience in one of the most bold and relentless companies currently leading the field in mRNA-LNP science. You will work under the supervision of an experienced Moderna team member and have opportunities for cross-team collaboration, networking, and mentorship. You will develop laboratory skills and learn about lab safety, experimental design, scientific strategy, and record keeping.

If you are bold, relentless, collaborative and obsess over learning, a co-op at Moderna will help augment your research experience and accelerate your career. 

Our summer/fall co-op program is from July 15 – December 13, 2024. All applicants must be available for the entire duration of the program.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Cancer Vaccine Research (CVR): Be part of the team responsible for advancing vaccine candidates from discovery to clinical trials and work within a specific focus on Immunology within the CVR team. The candidate will train on and carryout various immunoassays such as primary cell tissue culture, spectral flow cytometry, ELISAs, ELISPOT, MSD and their corresponding analysis. Basic understanding and experience in immunoassays is preferred.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or advanced degree program in biomedical sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Computational Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology), or bioengineering.

• Basic knowledge of basic lab procedures (such as pipetting) required.

• Technical experience in any of the following areas desired: cell/tissue culture, protein detection methods (e.g., MSD, ELISA), cell characterization (e.g., flow cytometry), assay development and troubleshooting. Prior co-op or internship experience is preferred but not required.

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and possess the desire to drive a project to completion. Flexible and capable of working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Legal authorization to work in the US.

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.

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 requirement