RNA Process Development Engineer I — Pilot Scale

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Well-being resources

Family planning benefits

Paid time off

Savings & investments

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Moderna, located in Norwood, MA, is seeking a full-time Pilot Scale Operations specialist to support nucleic acid pilot-scale production and technology transfer from Process Development. The role emphasizes scale-up strategies and SOP maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with fermentation, enzymatic reactions, chromatography and tangential flow filtration, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating with analytical and production teams to ensure quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• BS/BA (required) or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field with 0-2 years related experience.
• Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration.
• Ability to multi-task and drive successful outcomes.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Be the receiving unit for technology transfer from Moderna’s Process Development teams, focusing on nucleic acid development, enzyme reactions, and scale-up
• Assist other development scientists / engineers in defining process development and scale-up strategy, and implementing process control strategies
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custom equipment used to manufacture Formulations batches
• Characterize product attributes through collaboration with analytical and technical teams
• Demonstrate and implement lab best practices
• Update and write standard operating procedure (SOPs) associated with production as needed
• Practice safe work habits and adhere to Moderna safety procedures and guidelines
• Adhere to documented waste handling procedures to respect environmental regulations

Skills

Bioprocess development

Technical problem solving

Technology transfer

Multi-tasking

Written and verbal communication

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field

Job description

Moderna, located in Norwood, MA, is seeking a full-time Pilot Scale Operations specialist to support nucleic acid pilot-scale production and technology transfer from Process Development. The role emphasizes scale-up strategies and SOP maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with fermentation, enzymatic reactions, chromatography and tangential flow filtration, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating with analytical and production teams to ensure quality and efficiency.