Research Associate, Process Development - job 1 of 2

The Role:
Moderna is working to develop first-in-class messenger RNA (mRNA) based medicines. DNA Process Development, a team residing in Moderna’s Technical Development organization, has been tasked with development and implementation of processes to produce DNA and enzymes utilized in the production of RNA.
Our efforts in this area are growing, and Moderna is seeking a new team member to join the DNA Process Development team for a position based at the Norwood, MA site. In this role, you will have the opportunity to help develop new processes to facilitate rapid DNA and mRNA production at Moderna, with a focus on applying state of the art molecular biology and automation technologies. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the nucleic acid process development and process automation teams to develop new technologies for application in plasmid DNA manufacturing. Our goal is to enable clinical studies and to support commercial manufacturing, so you will work closely with multiple functions spanning development, technical operations and manufacturing.

The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast paced and highly dynamic environment, will have relevant academic and/or industrial experience in molecular biology and cloning, and will be able to contribute to process development activities.

Here’s What You’ll Do:
Execute studies to identify process improvements for DNA synthesis and cloning

Help develop and implement new technologies and processes for plasmid DNA manufacturing

Support automation method development and testing

Collaborate with analytical and development teams, technical operations and manufacturing

Maintain thorough electronic lab notebooks and documentation records

Present results in cross-functional meetings

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:
BS or MS in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, or closely related field, with up to 3 years relevant industry experience.

Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, gene cloning, primer design, bacterial transformation, plasmid extraction and cell culture)

Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written)

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to effectively collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:
Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
Adoption and family-planning benefits
Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community

Generous paid time off, including:

• Vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• D iscretionary year-end shutdown
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter

Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
401k match and Financial Planning tools
Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna
In over 10 years since its inception, Moderna has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of messenger RNA (mRNA), to an enterprise with a diverse clinical portfolio of vaccines and therapeutics across seven modalities, a broad intellectual property portfolio in areas including mRNA and lipid nanoparticle formulation, and an integrated manufacturing plant that allows for rapid clinical and commercial production at scale. Moderna maintains alliances with a broad range of domestic and overseas government and commercial collaborators, which has allowed for the pursuit of both groundbreaking science and rapid scaling of manufacturing. Most recently, Moderna's capabilities have come together to allow the authorized use and approval of one of the earliest and most effective vaccines against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moderna's mRNA platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases. Moderna has been named a top biopharmaceutical employer by Science for the past seven years. To learn more, visit www.modernatx.com.

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 proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's 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. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to 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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer) #LI-KC2
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