Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Moderna is a biopharmaceutical company building an mRNA technology platform to transform how medicines are created and delivered. The Engineer I will support nucleic acid pilot-scale production by receiving technology transfers, assisting with process development and scale-up strategies, operating and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, and maintaining production procedures and safety practices.
Responsibilities
- Be the receiving unit for technology transfer from Moderna’s Process Development teams, focusing on nucleic acid development, enzyme reactions, and scale-up
- Assist other development scientists / engineers in defining process development and scale-up strategy, and implementing process control strategies
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custom equipment used to manufacture Formulations batches
- Characterize product attributes through collaboration with analytical and technical teams
- Demonstrate and implement lab best practices
- Update and write standard operating procedure (SOPs) associated with production as needed
- Practice safe work habits and adhere to Moderna safety procedures and guidelines
- Adhere to documented waste handling procedures to respect environmental regulations
Skills
- Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential
- BS/BA (required) or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field with 0-2 years related experience
- Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration experience is preferred
- Ability to multi-task in relentless pursuit of successful outcomes
- Exceptional written and oral communication
- Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration experience is preferred
Benefits
- 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
- Savings and investments to help you plan for the future
- Location-specific perks and extras
- The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
- 70% in-office work model
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