Job description
The Role:Moderna is seeking an agile and motivated Research Associate to join the Clinical Immunoassay group to serve as an analyst for the biomarker assay development, qualification/validation, and sample analysis to support programs across multiple therapeutic areas.
The candidate will need to perform analytical work and maintain clinical testing continuity. The ability to effectively communicate within a project team is expected. Preferably, the candidate has some prior experience in running assay validation and conducting data acquisition on clinical specimen. The candidate should be a collaborative team member and an excellent communicator to support Moderna’s portfolio needs.
The candidate will work closely with project team members to develop analytical methods and characterization tools in support of Moderna’s clinical phase studies. The position will report to the Group Lead of Immunoassays.
Here's What You’ll Do:
Under the guidance of project lead, be responsible for the overall quality and integrity of assigned bioanalytical projects in support of clinical trials at Moderna
Conduct assay development, qualification/validation and sample analysis on a variety of platforms (ELISA, MSD, Ella, Automated ELISA Workstation etc.)
Deliver high quality data within defined timelines and aligned to current industry expectations
Contribute to bioanalytical reports
Identify and resolve quality issues and report issues to upper management
Occasionally the job may require overtime work or weekend shift as needed
Assume assigned general laboratory responsibilities, e.g., safety coordinator, instrument/process/technology owner etc.
Always ensure compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines. Maintain training records
Attend technical conferences and exhibits as required
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:
Bachelor or MSc in bioanalysis or related field with immunoassay experience preferably in a regulated environment
Demonstrated level of independence
An effective communicator and collaborator in a project team
Flexibility with changing priorities and urgent project requests
Good written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Good computational skills, preferably experienced with Word, Excel, Power Point, GraphPad Prism
Preferably knowledgeable in system software for data analysis: Softmax pro, Gen 5, and basic laboratory statistics
Preferably experienced with Multiplex immunoassay
Preferably experienced with bioanalytical assays for vaccine development and infectious disease
Preferably experienced with cell-based neutralization assay
Preferably experienced with cell culture, ex vivo assays and cell isolation from tissues
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
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)
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