Senior Bioanalytical Scientist, Ligand Binding Assays

Moderna Therapeutics; Harwell; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Well-being programs

Family building benefits

Generous paid time off

Global recharge days

Discretionary year-end shutdown

Job summary

Moderna Therapeutics in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced scientist to contribute to the Bioanalytical and Molecular Assays – Ligand Binding Assays team. You will develop, validate, and execute bioanalytical assays generating pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity data to support clinical programs.

The role requires strong scientific expertise, collaboration across functions, and delivering high-quality data in a fast-paced laboratory setting, with opportunities to use advanced lab

Qualifications

• BA/BS in biological science field and a minimum of 5 years of industry Biotech/pharmaceutical/CRO experience.
• MS with 3+ years of experience
• Experience with Ligand Binding and/or Cell Based Assays is required
• Candidates with experience doing PK, ADA, or nAb assays are preferred
• Candidates with experience working in a regulated environment (GLP, GcLP, GMP) are preferred
• Keen attention to detail and collaborative mindset with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support development, optimization, and validation of ligand-binding and cell-based assays.
• Perform clinical sample testing across multiple biological matrices per GcLP requirements using Thermo Watson LIMS.
• Deliver assay development and validation activities on schedule for key program milestones.
• Maintain accurate experimental documentation using electronic lab notebooks.
• Review data and reports to ensure regulatory and Moderna quality expectations are met.
• Prepare SOPs, technical reports, and scientific data presentations.

Skills

Ligand Binding Assays

Cell-Based Assays

Regulatory Compliance

GLP/GMP Experience

Education

BA/BS in Biological Science

MS in Biological Sciences

Tools

Watson LIMS

LabVantage eLBN

Lab Informatics

Job description

Moderna Therapeutics in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced scientist to contribute to the Bioanalytical and Molecular Assays – Ligand Binding Assays team. You will develop, validate, and execute bioanalytical assays generating pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity data to support clinical programs.

The role requires strong scientific expertise, collaboration across functions, and delivering high-quality data in a fast-paced laboratory setting, with opportunities to use advanced lab