2025 Co-Op, Platform Chemistry

The Role: 

We seek a highly motivated individual with aspirations of gaining first-hand synthetic organic chemistry experience within an industrial setting. The incumbent will have the exciting opportunity to support the ongoing efforts of the Platform Chemistry Team. The responsibilities of this role will focus on learning new synthetic techniques and executing synthetic organic chemistry to generate compounds of interest that will be used for scientific exploration. The individual will be exposed to a wide array of synthetic organic transformations, and will broaden his/her knowledge base by understanding how these reactions work from a mechanistic standpoint. The candidate will strive to become a more independent chemist upon generating new ideas, engaging in synthetic analysis/planning, and actively reading relevant literature. Additionally, the applicant should have strong communication and collaboration skills, along with a strong technical background. We aim for applicants that are enthusiastic and show a passion for learning synthetic organic chemistry.
 
Here’s What You’ll Do:  

• Learn new concepts and transformations pertinent to syn organic chemistry

• Learn new synthetic organic chemistry techniques within a laboratory setting

• Apply synthetic chemistry toward the synthesis of novel LNP components

• Execute and troubleshoot standard synthetic chemistry protocols

• Maintain good experimental documentation through electronic lab notebooks

• Actively read scientific literature relative to projects and synthetic chemistry

• Present and discuss results with your manager

• Communicate research progress/findings through a final poster session

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

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 

• Currently enrolled Junior or Senior

• Completed organic chemistry lecture and lab coursework

• Experience in independent research or relevant co-op experience

• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

• Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment

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, re