(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate, Drug Substance - Shift Position

BioSpace; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Well-being resources

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Moderna is seeking a Manufacturing Associate for our Harwell site to support the manufacture of mRNA vaccines. You will operate cutting-edge production equipment in a cGMP environment, ensuring batch quality and process integrity while collaborating with QA and cross-functional teams.

The role requires a university degree in pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent, with experience in filtration, chromatography, and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP manufacturing environments is required.
• Knowledge of filtration and chromatography is preferred.
• Familiarity with audit/inspection preparation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment per cGMP and SOPs.
• Maintain a clean, compliant, and safe work environment.
• Execute operations and document batch disposition.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance using hand tools.
• Troubleshoot digital and equipment-related issues rapidly.
• Keep training records and operational logs up to date.
• Work flexibly including off-hours to support schedules.
• Participate in deviation investigations and CAPA tasks.
• Collaborate with QA and cross-functional teams to meet KPIs.

Skills

GMP experience

Filtration

Chromatography

Audit readiness

QA collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Lean tools

Education

University degree in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent

Job description

The Role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that’s revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology, with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee, you’ll be part of a continually growing organization, working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives.

Moderna’s commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience, with the potential to make a significant impact on patients’ lives worldwide.

Moderna’s mission is to establish a leading-edge research, development, and manufacturing facility at Harwell, as part of a long‑term commitment to onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases. This initiative will create a multitude of highly skilled jobs and foster collaboration with academic, NHS and government partners across the UK. We’re looking for global experts eager to join us in this endeavour, contributing to a future where access to life‑saving vaccines is a reality for all.

As a Manufacturing Associate at our Harwell site, you will operate cutting‑edge production equipment supporting the safe and effective manufacture of Moderna’s mRNA vaccines. Working in compliance with cGMP and health and safety regulations, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring batch quality and process integrity. This position combines scientific and operational expertise with digital fluency, requiring attention to detail, rapid learning agility, and collaborative teamwork. You will directly contribute to innovations and continuous improvement in a technologically advanced production environment, central to Moderna’s mission to transform medicine.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Operate and monitor production equipment while adhering to cGMP, SOPs, and health and safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, compliant, and safe work environment through strict adherence to gowning and housekeeping standards
• Execute operations and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation for batch disposition
• Perform routine equipment maintenance such as lubrication, filter changes, and mechanical checks using hand‑tools
• Troubleshoot digital and equipment‑related issues rapidly and efficiently
• Keep training records and operational logs up to date, ensuring full compliance
• Work flexibly including off‑hours or overtime to support manufacturing schedules
• Take part in deviation investigations (RCA), CAPA tasks, and contribute to incident analyses
• Collaborate closely with QA and other cross‑functional teams to meet production KPIs

Your Responsibilities Will Also Include

• Practicing and promoting safe work habits in alignment with Moderna’s safety culture
• Proactively identifying and reporting safety or compliance concerns to leadership
• Participating in multiple projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Applying lean tools and digital platforms to drive operational excellence
• Engaging in a fast‑paced, matrixed work environment with agility and a problem‑solving mindset

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• “We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.” Your comfort in using digital tools and platforms will be essential in Moderna’s highly automated production environment. From troubleshooting to operational logging, you’ll be expected to leverage technology to enhance efficiency and product integrity.
• “We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.” In this role, every team member is expected to step up with initiative and accountability. You’ll own your area of operation and contribute beyond task execution, seeking opportunities to improve workflows and patient outcomes through proactive problem‑solving.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• 1+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment
• This position is site‑based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full‑time. This position is not eligible for remote work.
• As part of Moderna’s commitment to workplace safety, this role may require an enhanced pre‑employment check.

Here’s What You’ll Bring To The Table

• A university degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent
• Experience with filtration and chromatography, and cold chain management a plus
• Experience in audit / inspection preparation, understanding Health authority and regulatory guidelines
• Ability to collaborate fluidly with peers, leadership and cross‑functional support groups required
• Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated commitment to Moderna's values of Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless, embodying these values in the workplace

24 /7 Fixed Shift Pattern

What is a 2-2-3 work Schedule

• The 2-2-3 or the Panama schedule is a slow rotation cycle of 28 days where each employee works in a 12 hour shift every day.
• The schedule usually involves 4 teams who work for 2 days, then get 2 rest days, followed by 3 days of work.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well‑being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• 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 building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year‑end shutdown
• Savingsandinvestments to help you plan for the future
• Location‑specific perks and extras

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, theinfrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world‑class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture.Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in‑person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in‑office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in‑office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke‑free, alcohol‑free, and drug‑free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow.

Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at [e-mail].