2026 Co-Op, Bioanalytics

Role Summary

Join Moderna’s Bioanalytical group as a co-op to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of molecular biology, genomics, and analytical chemistry. You will support assay development, execution, and data interpretation for mRNA/siRNA quantification. Your contributions will span wet-lab activities, data analysis, documentation, and cross-functional communication to advance Moderna’s medicines.

Responsibilities

• Perform nucleic acid extraction and quantification from a variety of biological matrices.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, including Maxwell, TapeStation/Bioanalyzer, QS7, epMotion, liquid handler, and other QC platforms.
• Execute workflows for mRNA/siRNA extraction, purification, and quality assessment.
• Explore and implement new strategies for RT-qPCR method development to enhance sensitivity, accuracy, and reproducibility.
• Draft and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Summarize experimental results, generate figures/tables, and present progress to cross-functional teams.
• Adhere to biosafety practices, good documentation standards, and data governance policies consistent with bioanalytical and clinical environments.

Qualifications

• Required: Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate program in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Bioengineering, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Required: Coursework or hands-on experience in a wet lab environment.
• Required: Familiarity with core molecular techniques such as pipetting, clean hood/biosafety cabinet 2, qPCR, and use of QC instrumentation.
• Required: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to meticulous record-keeping.
• Required: Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Required: Must already hold work authorization in the U.S. and be able to maintain that status without future sponsorship.
• Preferred: A strong understanding of PCR principles and nucleic acid quantification techniques.
• Preferred: Experience with nucleic acid extraction platforms (e.g., Maxwell) and QC tools (e.g., TapeStation, Bioanalyzer).
• Preferred: Ability to communicate scientific findings clearly, including preparing data visualizations suitable for both expert and non-expert audiences.
• Preferred: Interest in bioanalytical method development and eagerness to learn new technologies.