Specialist, Analytical Technical Operations

The Role

The Specialist Analytical Technical Operations (ATO) supports analytical execution across CMC Development programs through testing coordination stability study management and digital operations support. This role partners with analytical scientists and cross-functional teams to translate inputs from laboratory and business systems into executable testing plans while helping ensure analytical activities align with program priorities and development timelines.

Working across Analytical Development Process Development and other CMC functions the Specialist contributes to operational excellence by supporting process improvements digital workflows and data management activities. The role combines scientific knowledge project coordination and analytical operations to support stability programs improve laboratory efficiency and deliver high-quality analytical data that enables product development decisions.

Heres What Youll Do

• Coordinate and maintain analytical testing schedules by consolidating inputs from digital systems program priorities and laboratory capacity to support CMC Development activities.

• Support the authoring execution and maintenance of stability protocols and studies for novel mRNA and Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) drug candidates in support of shelf-life determination IND-enabling studies and product development milestones.

• Compile review trend and summarize analytical data; perform peer data review; prepare technical summaries and data packages; and communicate results to cross-functional stakeholders.

• Coordinate multiple program timelines simultaneously to help ensure testing milestones study deliverables and reporting commitments are completed on schedule.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support forecasting activities stage-appropriate testing strategies sample management and development program planning.

• Support the development and implementation of digital tools automated workflows and operational processes that improve laboratory efficiency and data quality.

• Assist with integrating laboratory and enterprise digital systems to improve planning sample tracking and analytical execution.

• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation while partnering with analytical scientists and technical teams to support successful execution of analytical activities.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and participate in initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and data integrity.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biochemistry Pharmaceutical Sciences Biology Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline.

• 36 years of experience in biotechnology pharmaceuticals analytical development technical operations or CMC Development.

• Experience supporting stability studies analytical testing programs or laboratory operations within a regulated environment.

• Experience working with LabVantage Benchling or similar Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN) or laboratory data management systems.

• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information across functional teams.

• 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)

• Experience supporting mRNA LNP biologics or other advanced therapeutic modalities.

• Familiarity with CMC Development stability programs and regulatory expectations supporting product development.

• Experience supporting process improvements workflow optimization automation or digital transformation initiatives.

• Ability to analyze and trend analytical data to support scientific and operational decision-making.

• Experience coordinating cross-functional projects or initiatives including planning activities stakeholder communication and execution against established timelines.

Pay & Benefits

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

• 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 $74000.00 - $118400.00. 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.

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