Onsite Analytical Lab Ops Associate - Testing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Well-being resources

Family planning benefits

Generous paid time off

Savings and investments

Job summary

Moderna Inc. in Norwood, MA seeks a motivated Analytical Technical Operations contingent worker to perform analytical testing supporting CMC Development programs. This onsite role focuses on chromatographic and biophysical data generation, with emphasis on rapid turnaround and data quality.

The role involves operating LC systems, qPCR, plate readers, and liquid handlers, plus involvement in data review and method troubleshooting in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline.
• 0–2 years of analytical chemistry/ process development/ technical operations experience.
• Foundational understanding of chromatography and analytical characterization techniques.
• Knowledge of good laboratory practices and documentation standards.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, execute analytical testing, and perform data analysis with rapid turnaround times.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation including UPLC/HPLC, LC/MS, qPCR, DLS, plate readers, and liquid handlers.
• Perform peer data review and support interpretation of results.
• Assist with method troubleshooting and routine equipment troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with process development to communicate analytical results and observations.
• Support high-throughput testing workflows and routine laboratory operations.
• Contribute to method optimization and lab efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation of experiments.
• Adhere to safety protocols and SOPs.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Chromatography basics

Documentation

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

UPLC/HPLC

LC/MS

qPCR

DLS

Plate readers

Liquid handlers

Chromeleon/LIMS software

Job description

Moderna Inc. in Norwood, MA seeks a motivated Analytical Technical Operations contingent worker to perform analytical testing supporting CMC Development programs. This onsite role focuses on chromatographic and biophysical data generation, with emphasis on rapid turnaround and data quality.

The role involves operating LC systems, qPCR, plate readers, and liquid handlers, plus involvement in data review and method troubleshooting in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.