2026 Co-Op, Analytical Technical Operations

The Role:

The Technical Development (Tech Dev) organization at Moderna designs develops and advances manufacturing and analytical control strategies for mRNA -ops will join high-performing analytical teams supporting PhysChem and Bioassay testing to enable clinical and commercial manufacturing. Youll apply your educational background while gaining hands-on experience in analytical method execution data analysis and method lifecycle management for mRNA drug substance and drug product. Through this work youll deepen your understanding of how robust analytical methods ensure product quality stability and regulatory compliance.

Within Tech Dev the Analytical Technical Operations team supports the execution and continuous improvement of Physicochemical and Bioassay methods. The team ensures accurate reliable and timely analytical results to enable process support stability studies technology transfer and regulatory filings.

Heres What Youll Do:

• Work with a team of highly skilled experts to build technical knowledge in PhysChem and Bioassay analytical platforms.

• Execute analytical testing methods (e.g. chromatography electrophoresis spectroscopy cell-based assays potency assays or other physicochemical and biological assays) following established protocols.

• Use laboratory technical and communication skills to generate experimental results perform data analysis and document findings in formal reports including conclusions and recommended next steps.

• Support method performance monitoring troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance robustness throughput and reliability.

• Participate in planning design and execution of method optimization studies including statistical evaluation of assay performance characteristics.

• Assist in investigations related to atypical results method deviations or assay variability contributing to root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with process development formulation manufacturing and quality teams to ensure analytical methods meet program needs.

• Contribute to preparation of technical documentation to support regulatory filings technology transfer and inspection readiness.

• Review relevant scientific literature and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for analytical innovation and efficiency improvements.

• Present findings and updates in cross-functional meetings.

• Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications):

• Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Chemistry Biochemistry Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Biochemical Engineering Bioengineering Pharmaceutical Sciences Molecular Biology Biotechnology Biophysics Statistics Cell Biology Immunology or a related field.

• Strong fundamental scientific skills for evaluation and interpretation of experimental data.

• Laboratory experience applicable to analytical method execution including experience with physicochemical characterization and/or bioassay techniques.

• At Moderna we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in the US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.

• This position is site-based requiring you to be at Modernas site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent.

• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC CE UV-Vis DLS LC-MS ELISA qPCR and other physicochemical or bioanalytical platforms.

• Experience with cell culture cell-based potency assays western blot SDS-PAGE and related molecular and immunological techniques.

• Basic understanding of assay performance characteristics (accuracy precision specificity linearity robustness) and data trending.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and contribute effectively to high-performing teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us at work at home and everywhere in between.

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes

• Subsidized commuter benefits

• Generous paid time off including vacation sick time holidays volunteer days and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Location-specific perks and extras

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.

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 to learn more about our current opportunities.

Our Working Model

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.

Moderna is a smoke-free alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity 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 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 E-Verify 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 .