Sr. Research Associate, Analytical Development
ModernaMassachusetts, United States
Posted April 28, 2026
74000 - 118400 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Moderna is a leading mRNA technology platform company that aims to build the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered.
Job Description
Join Moderna as a Sr. Research Associate, Analytical Development to contribute to the advancement of mRNA science and transform medicine. You will operate at the interface of product biology and analytical methodology, generating and interpreting high-quality data that informs product understanding, assay performance, and lifecycle progression.
Requirements
- BS degree with ≥2 years of relevant industry experience, or MS degree with ≥0 years of experience in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biological Engineering, or a related field
- Strong hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and cell-based bioassays
- Proficiency with techniques such as ELISA, flow cytometry, or luminescence/fluorescence-based reporter assays
- Familiarity with nucleic acids (e.g. RNA, DNA) and delivery systems (e.g. LNP, lipoplex, AAV)
- Ability to independently design experiments, analyze data, and draw scientifically sound conclusions
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in assay development contexts
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with experience documenting and presenting data
Benefits
- Best-in-class healthcare coverage
- Holistic approach to well-being
- Family planning benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Savings and investment opportunities
- Location-specific perks and extras