Pilot-Scale Formulations Engineer I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Well-being resources

Family planning support

Generous paid time off

Discretionary bonus/incentive

Job summary

Moderna is seeking a full-time Engineer I to support Formulations (Lipid Nanoparticle and Drug Product) pilot-scale production. The role requires BS/BA or MS in a related field with 0–2 years of experience and hands-on bioprocess experience, including fermentation and tangential flow filtration.

This is a site-based position with no remote work. Responsibilities include technology transfer, process development guidance, equipment operation, SOP updates, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have BS/BA or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering with 0–2 years related experience.
• Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive technology transfer from Moderna's Process Development teams for Formulations sciences.
• Assist other development scientists/engineers in defining process development and scale-up strategy.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custom equipment used to manufacture Formulations batches.
• Characterize product attributes with analytical/technical teams.
• Update and write SOPs related to production.
• Practice safe work habits and follow Moderna safety procedures and guidelines.
• Adhere to waste handling procedures per environmental regulations.

Skills

Bioprocess development

Technical problem solving

Technology transfer

Fermentation

Enzymatic reaction

Chromatography

Tangential flow filtration

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

BS/BA or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Moderna is seeking a full-time Engineer I to support Formulations (Lipid Nanoparticle and Drug Product) pilot-scale production. The role requires BS/BA or MS in a related field with 0–2 years of experience and hands-on bioprocess experience, including fermentation and tangential flow filtration.

This is a site-based position with no remote work. Responsibilities include technology transfer, process development guidance, equipment operation, SOP updates, and safety compliance.