Scientist, Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, Immuno-assays (cell based)

The Role
Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team thats revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee youll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide contributing to global health initiatives.

Modernas commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients lives worldwide.

Modernas mission is to establish a leading-edge research development and manufacturing facility at Harwell as part of a long-term commitment to onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases. This initiative will create a multitude of highly skilled jobs and foster collaboration with academic NHS and government partners across the UK. Were looking for global experts eager to join us in this endeavour contributing to a future where access to life-saving vaccines is a reality for all.

Moderna is seeking a talented and driven Scientist to join the Immuno-assays group in Harwell UK. This hands-on role will serve as a scientific point of contact for cell-based immunoassay development qualification/validation and clinical sample testing across multiple therapeutic areas. The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise in immunology and infectious disease assays and will support Modernas mRNA clinical programs through delivery of high-quality regulatory-compliant data.
The Scientist will lead assay development and validation activities conduct clinical sample analyses under GCP/GLP and coach junior staff. With access to cutting-edge technologies and collaborative partnerships this position also presents an exciting opportunity to work close to the forefront of Generative AI applications in laboratory informatics and analytics. As a critical member of the Immuno-assay UK team the successful candidate will drive scientific excellence regulatory compliance and cross-functional collaboration to advance Modernas global pipeline.

Heres What Youll Do:

• Your key responsibilities will be:

• Serve as the primary analyst for assigned projects including assay development qualification/validation and clinical sample testing under GCP/GLP conditions.

• Ensure high-quality regulatory-compliant data is generated to support global clinical trials.

• Author technical reports maintain meticulous training and quality records and communicate findings at project team meetings.

• Represent the Immunoassay Team as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and contribute to strategic planning.

• Evaluate and adopt novel technologies to address complex scientific challenges.

• Your responsibilities will also include:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on assay innovations and operational improvements.

• Train and coach junior laboratory staff supporting performance reviews and skill development.

• Ensure lab compliance with safety protocols and quality systems (GLP GCP ISO).

• Participate in technical conferences and professional development travel as required.

• Flexibly accommodate occasional weekend or overtime work to meet critical program needs.

The key Moderna Mindsets youll need to succeed in the role:

• We obsess over learning. We dont have to be the smartest we have to learn the fastest.

• This role demands constant learningwhether adapting to the latest immunological techniques incorporating regulatory guidance or understanding complex clinical trial designs. Your ability to learn rapidly and share knowledge will accelerate team performance and assay reliability.

• We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.

• With opportunities to work closely with modern digital systems and explore the intersection of laboratory science and AI-enabled analytics your computational skills and digital mindset will be crucial in driving Modernas data-centric development model.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table:

• Ph.D. > 2 yrs or BSC/MSc with >6 years experience in immunology or related field conducting assay validation in clinical Immunology under GLP/GCLP environment.

• A background in infectious diseases virology bacteriology or oncology and experience with handling laboratory pathogens as containment level 3 is an advantage.

• Experience and deep understanding of cell culture and cell-based assays particularly bacteriology assays.

• Strong level of understanding and expertise in design and executing efficacy testing in the context of clinical trial

• The ability to work in a cross-functional work environment is critical; strong leadership skills and independence skills are expected.

• Excellent written presentation and interpersonal communication skills; ability to influence and collaborate in a team environment and with external stakeholders.

• Candidate will be curious in exploring new technology bold in proposing creative experimental designs and ideas. Will work collaboratively with multifunctional teams and will be relentless in pursuing successful outcomes

• Possess strong computational skills preferably experienced with Word Excel Power Point GraphPad Prism

• Knowledge of system software for data analysis and statistical analysis.

• Experience of working in a regulated environment GLP GCP ISO standards is required.

• As part of Modernas commitment to workplace safety this role may require an enhanced pre-employment check.

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness nutrition and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off including vacation bank holidays volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savingsandinvestments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010 we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform theinfrastructure 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 peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our 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 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 committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination 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 law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

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.

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