Scientist, Process Development
ModernaTX, Inc.

Job Info

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The Role:

This role is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the drug product process development group located in a modern state-of-the-art facility called the Moderna Technology Center (MTC), Norwood, MA. This renovated center of excellence houses a wide variety of disciplines, which includes process development, scale-up, and analytical development. The role reports to a Principal Scientist and is a multidiscipline position that involves investigating lipid nanoparticle process development with established and novel analytical techniques. The individual in this role will be a highly skilled, talented, and motivated associate. They will participate in performing biochemical and biophysical characterization (HPLC, cIEF, light scattering, particle characterization, spectroscopy, calorimetry) of lipid nanoparticles; exploring/developing innovative PAT for advanced process control/characterization. Pertinent experience involves developing and performing analytical, molecular, biochemical, biophysical and/or cellular assays. Prior industry experience in formulation or analytical development is desired.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Develop novel chromatography to support the process development of Lipid Nanoparticles
  
• Perform analytical testing supporting process development and product release, including spectroscopic, chromatographic, biophysical, and molecular biology techniques
  
• Perform big data analysis and trending with programming language.
  
• Optimize process development with downstream and prequalify analytical techniques to characterize lipid nanoparticles to support process development and formulation design.
  
• Manage sample requests and data reporting within a digitally-integrated workflow
  
• Present updates on research and development findings internally in a timely fashion
  
• Maintain thorough electronic lab notebooks and documentation records
  
• Collaborate within departmental teams, contribute to deliverables, drive development activities in a cross-functional environment, and engage in team discussion on issue resolution
  

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table:

• Bachelors with at least 8 years of work experience or MS with at least 5 years or Ph.D
  
• Hands on experience with chromatography analytical experience (e.g. AKTA-HPLC with MALS, UV, fluorescence, LC/MS, CE, GC, DLS)
  
• Great communication skills and the ability to write detailed technical reports
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to support colleagues in Research, AD, CMC, Manufacturing and Process Development
  
• Experience in nucleic acid drug development (e.g. DNA, RNA, oligonucleotides)
  
• Familiarity with chromatographic techniques for characterizing nanoparticles (e.g. SEC/FFF-MALS, IEX, RP, HIC)
  
• Experience with various biophysical and light scattering techniques (e.g. DLS, NTA, Coulter Counter, laser diffraction, microscopy)
  
• Statistical knowledge and proficiency with data visualization/analysis/modeling software (e.g. GraphPad, Microsoft Excel, JMP, TIBCO Spotfire)
  
• Preferred: Experience with nanoparticle formulations
  

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
  • Discretionary 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

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 modernatx.com/careers 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 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)
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