Scientist, Oncology Bioinformatics

The Role

This role will support Modernas oncology pipeline by contributing computational analyses across research and preclinical development.

You will work at the intersection of antigen discovery tumor immunology and multi-omics data analysis applying established and emerging computational approaches to help characterize tumor biology and immune this highly collaborative environment you will partner closely with oncologists immunologists biologists and platform technology teams to generate insights that inform target discovery and early-stage therapeutic development for mRNA-based cancer vaccines and immunotherapies.

Heres What Youll Do

• Analyze and integrate multi-omics datasets (e.g. WES/WGS RNA-seq single-cell) to characterize tumor antigen landscapes
• Apply computational methods to support antigen discovery efforts and investigate tumor-immune interactions and underlying mechanisms
• Leverage internal and public datasets (e.g. TCGA GTEx IEDB) for biomarker exploration and hypothesis generation
• Develop and maintain reproducible analysis workflows using Python R and cloud-based infrastructure (e.g. AWS)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in immunology oncology and translational research to support experimental design and data interpretation
• Communicate results clearly through presentations summaries and documentation to support team decision-making

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Ph.D. or M.S. with 4 yearsof experience in Bioinformatics Computational Biology or a related field
• Experience with high-throughput sequencing data analysis including DNA-seq and RNA-seq
• Proficiency in Python and/or R for data analysis
• Experience working in cloud environments (e.g. AWS)
• Demonstrated ability to apply computational approaches to biological or early-stage translational research problems
• 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)

• Exposure to immuno-oncology cancer vaccines tumor immunology or computational immunology
• Familiarity with neoantigen prediction approaches including HLA typing and peptide-MHC binding tools (e.g. NetMHCpan)
• Experience with immunogenomics resources (e.g. IEDB TCGA)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in a team-oriented environment

Pay & Benefits

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

• Best-in-class healthcare coverage 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 investment opportunities to help you plan for the future

• Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $121600.00 - $194500.00. 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 individuals 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.

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 .

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 export-controlled 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 non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license. #LI-NH1

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