Moderna, Inc.

Research Associate, Analytical Technical Operations

Moderna, Inc.$63K — $100K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Analytical Biochemistry, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • 0-2 years of experience in analytical chemistry/process development
  • Understanding of good lab practices and techniques
  • Ability to multi-task and remain flexible
  • Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced team environment

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including UPLC, LC/MS, and qPCR
  • Prepare samples and execute analytical testing with quick data turnaround
  • Perform peer data reviews and interpret analytical results
  • Engage in troubleshooting laboratory methods and equipment
  • Collaborate with process development teams on analytical outcomes
  • Lead improvement projects to enhance laboratory capabilities
  • Ensure accurate documentation of experimental processes

Benefits

  • Competitive healthcare with optional benefit programs
  • Comprehensive well-being support including fitness and mental health resources
  • Family planning assistance including fertility and surrogacy options
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and dedicated volunteer days
  • Smart savings and investment options for future planning
Full Job Description
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 LC, molecular biology, and biophysical characterization. In this laboratory-based position, the individual will support daily operations and troubleshooting of analytical equipment, including LC's, 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 You'll Do
  • Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including, but are not limited to: UPLC, LC/MS, LC/CAD, qPCR, DLS
  • 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
  • Execute improvement projects to strengthen overall lab competencies
  • Be accountable for good documentation of experiments
  • Work closely with other scientists in ATO, as well as cross-functional groups for method optimization and understanding


Here's What You'll Need (Basic Qualifications)
  • BS in Analytical Biochemistry, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
  • 0-2 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


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


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.


Pay & Benefits

  • 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.

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