Senior Research Associate
Senior Research Associate
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Job Description
The Role
Delivery Science is a valuedriven team committed to impactful performance innovation and excellence. We apply our unique expertise to advance mRNA technologies and deliver transformative sustainable solutions that drive progress in healthcare.
This position joins the Delivery and Nucleic Acid Analytical Research group within Delivery Science and is responsible for execution and optimization of a range of analytical techniques and methods to ensure robust and thorough characterization of our lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) and nucleic acids.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working with a variety of instruments and lab techniques following established procedures continuously identifying and driving improvements and takes pride in delivering a quality product with clear documentation.
Heres What Youll Do
Plan and execute experiments utilizing a suite of analytical techniques for the characterization of nucleic acids and LNPs in an accurate consistent and timely manner
Conduct stability studies to evaluate drug substance and drug product shelf life
Execute analytical techniques including HPLC FACE DSC ITC SAXS and general characterization methods
Utilize automated laboratory robotics to enable highthroughput workflows
Process input and maintain large volumes of analytical and sample data
Maintain and troubleshoot lab instrumentation
Identify and propose solutions to opportunities for improvement in business processes and technical workflows
Maintain good documentation including electronic lab notebooks and technical reports
Contribute to knowledge management efforts through generation and review of operating protocols and templates
Communicate and collaborate with researchers and scientists across disciplines
Manage materials and consumables for labbased projects
Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time
Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)
BS or MS in biomedical engineering chemical engineering mechanical engineering chemistry biochemistry biology or related field
3 years of handson experience in a laboratory environment
Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
MS in biomedical engineering chemical engineering mechanical engineering chemistry biochemistry biology or related field
2 years of biotech or pharmaceutical industry experience
Experience working with drug delivery nanoparticle formulations and or nucleic acids is a plus
Knowledge or experience working with automated and robotic systems is a plus
Programming experience is a plus
Selfmotivation and commitment to excellence results and innovation
Flexibility and adaptability to frequent change
Data driven mindset strong critical and analytical thinking
Effective communication both written and verbal
A desire to make an impact as part of a highgrowth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative.
At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our US benefits and global wellbeing resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.
- Bestinclass healthcare coverage plus a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
- A holistic approach to wellbeing with access to fitness mindfulness and mental health support
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your wellbeing journey
- Family planning and adoption benefits
- Generous paid time off including vacation volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary yearend shutdown
- Savings and investment opportunities
- Locationspecific 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 worldclass 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 to learn more about our current opportunities.
Our Working Model
As we build our company we have always believed an inperson culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of inoffice collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% inoffice 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.
Moderna is a smokefree alcoholfree and drugfree work environment.
Equal Opportunities
Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons 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 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 an EVerify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.
Accommodations
Were focused on attracting retaining developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can 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 contact the Accommodations team at .
Export Control Notice
This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such employment is contingent upon the applicants ability to access exportcontrolled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens permanent residents asylees or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor nonU.S. persons to apply for an export control license.
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