Associate II, Quality Control

Moderna Therapeutics; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 63,200 - 100,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Well-being resources

Family planning support

Generous PTO

Job summary

Moderna Therapeutics seeks a candidate to support cGMP microbiology methods for QC raw material, plasmid, drug substance, stability, and finished product testing of mRNA products at our Marlborough, MA facility. The role involves a 10-hour shift and cross-functional lab responsibilities.

Responsibilities include endotoxin, bioburden, environmental monitoring, and data generation to support clinical studies, plus development and maintenance of lab systems, reagent prep, and safety compliance in a

Qualifications

• BS or MS in a relevant science with cGMP QA/QC exposure.
• Strong troubleshooting and scientific communication abilities.
• Familiarity with LIMS, SAP, LMS or equivalent software.

Responsibilities

• Execute compendial microbiological testing and related methodologies.
• Perform endotoxin, bioburden, environmental monitoring and support testing.
• Assist with development and maintenance of laboratory systems per cGMP.
• Conduct reagent prep, equipment maintenance and biosafety cabinet cleaning.
• Stock lab supplies and maintain a safe working environment.
• Participate in non-testing projects such as documentation and cabinet cleaning.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

BS in a relevant scientific discipline

MS in a related field

Tools

LIMS

SAP

LMS

Job description

The Role

Moderna is seeking a candidate to support cGMP microbiology methods for QC raw material, plasmid, drug substance, stability, and finished product testing of mRNA products, as well as environmental and critical utilities monitoring at our Marlborough, MA manufacturing facility. The position involves a 10‑hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Execute compendial microbiological testing and other required methodologies.
• Perform endotoxin, bioburden, environmental monitoring, microbial identification, culture purity, and support testing for in‑process samples, drug substance, and drug product, generating data to support clinical studies.
• Assist with development, implementation, and maintenance of general laboratory operational systems in accordance with cGMP requirements.
• Conduct general laboratory support activities, including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and weekly/monthly cleaning of biosafety cabinets.
• Stock and inventory lab supplies.
• Establish and maintain a safe laboratory working environment.
• Participate in non‑testing projects and activities as needed (e.g., document certification, monthly biosafety cabinet cleaning).

Qualifications

• BS in a relevant scientific discipline with 0–2 years of experience, or MS with 1 year of experience, in quality control within a cGMP organization.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to communicate issues in a scientifically sound manner.
• Familiarity with electronic databases such as LIMS, SAP, LMS, or equivalent software.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize, manage, and complete multiple projects independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Working knowledge of current FDA, EU, and ICH guidelines and regulations.

Pay & Benefits

Salary range: $63,200 – $100,900. Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

• Competitive healthcare and voluntary benefit programs.
• Well‑being resources, including fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support.
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support.
• Generous paid time off: vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year‑end shutdown.
• Savings and investment programs to plan for the future.
• Location‑specific perks and extras.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic. Moderna is a smoke‑free, alcohol‑free, and drug‑free work environment.

Accommodations

Moderna offers reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodations should contact the accommodations team at [e-mail].

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data subject to U.S. export control laws. Only U.S. persons—citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees—are eligible. Moderna cannot sponsor non‑U.S. persons for an export control license.

Applied Process

Moderna is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States.Applicants should note that this posting does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party agencies unless a signed agreement is in place with the recruiter or agency and authorized for this position.