DNA Process Operator, Pilot Scale & Development

Moderna Therapeutics; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Well-being programs

Family planning benefits

Paid time off

Savings & investments

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Moderna Therapeutics in Norwood, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Associate II to support pilot-scale DNA production and downstream activities within a fast-paced biotech environment. You will play an active role in executing DNA manufacturing processes, maintaining documentation, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement to enable manufacturing readiness and operational excellence at the Norwood

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or a closely related scientific or engineering field, with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience in biotechnology manufacturing, process development, or a laboratory environment preferred.
• Experience with DNA/plasmid manufacturing, microbial fermentation, chromatography, filtration, or other nucleic acid manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to follow technical procedures, execute complex processes, and maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to recognize and escalation process or equipment abnormalities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing production needs in a fast-paced development environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.
• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna's site full-time.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Execute established DNA manufacturing processes and unit operations according to approved procedures and laboratory expectations; lead established process executions once trained and qualified.
• Prepare buffers, media, materials, equipment, and work areas to ensure successful and timely manufacturing execution.
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory and DNA manufacturing equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety expectations.
• Practice Good Laboratory Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and accurate material, sample, and process tracking throughout manufacturing execution.
• Maintain manufacturing areas in a state of operational readiness and in accordance with safety, housekeeping, and 5S expectations.
• Identify and communicate process, equipment, material, documentation, or safety issues with clear context and appropriate urgency.
• Support troubleshooting and investigation activities by providing accurate observations, execution details, and process knowledge.
• Collaborate with process development, engineering, laboratory operations, and other cross-functional partners to support manufacturing readiness and execution.
• Support onboarding, peer training, continuous improvement, and operational excellence activities as appropriate.
• Cross-train and provide operational support for additional Pilot Scale Operations processes as business needs require.

Skills

Biotech manufacturing

DNA/plasmid manufacturing

Fermentation

Chromatography

Filtration

Documentation

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Safety culture

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Moderna Therapeutics in Norwood, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Associate II to support pilot-scale DNA production and downstream activities within a fast-paced biotech environment. You will play an active role in executing DNA manufacturing processes, maintaining documentation, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement to enable manufacturing readiness and operational excellence at the Norwood