Moderna
Senior Research Associate, Analytical Technical Operations
Norwood, Massachusetts, USA · Senior · Contract
No sponsorship$74k-$118kDetected 15 days ago
Data AnalysisqPCRMolecular BiologyResearchMass SpectrometryProtein AnalysisCollaborationAdaptabilityMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Understand basic method and laboratory equipment troubleshooting
- Enable high-throughput testing workflows with Digital and Development teams
Responsibilities
- We seek a motivated individual with experience in analytical chemistry to support Technical Development.
- In this laboratory-based position, the individual will support daily operations and troubleshooting of analytical results and equipment, such as HPLC's, plate readers and liquid handlers.
- Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including, but not limited to: HPLCs, Plate Readers, Liquid Handlers, specialty equipment.
- Collaborate with process development colleagues on sample results
- Aid in development of analytical methods to support Moderna's pipeline
- Prepare samples, execute analytical testing, and perform data analysis with rapid turnaround time
- Perform peer data review and interpret results
- Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate progress and challenges.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of experience in analytical chemistry/process development or technical operations.
- Experience with molecular biology techniques including ELISA and qPCR
- Experience with integrated laboratory automation including Hamilton, Tecan, and Echo liquid handlers
- Experience with laboratory supporting software including Chromeleon (or similar LC controlling software), QuantStudio, LIMS, ELN, Microsoft Office
Nice to have
- Candidates should have experience with various analytical techniques such as HPLC, molecular biology, and/or biophysical characterization.
- Experience with lab automation is a plus.
- The candidate must thrive in a fast paced environment, have a collaborative spirit, and be curious and willing to learn new techniques to push process development forward.
- Here's What You'll Do
- Here's What You'll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
Compensation
- The salary range for this role is $74,000.00 - $118,400.00.
Benefits
- Ability to multi-task and be flexible
- Flexible, adaptable in collaborations.
- 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
- Location-specific perks and extras
Company info
- Desire to learn and be part of fast-paced team with multiple concurrent priorities
Visa & Work Authorization
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