Job description

The Role
As part of our vision, Moderna is committed to invest in R&D to further expand our impact on patients. We are building an independent research and business unit for genomic medicines, called Moderna Genomics (mGx) based in Technology Square, Cambridge, MA. mGx will be an innovation engine for the company focused on discovering and delivering the next generation of in vivo gene editing and nonviral gene therapies and our ultimate vision is to enable Personalized Gene Editing.

Moderna Genomics is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Principal Research Associate to join our NGS platform team, a group whose work is foundational to advancing nearly all aspects of mGx’s mission. The candidate will be part of a team focused on performing high-throughput Illumina library preparation, innovative NGS-based assay development, Illumina library quality control, and Illumina sequencing for technology development, discovery, and preclinical stage projects. The successful candidate should have a strong background in NGS sequencing and molecular biology and a passion for team-based science. Applicants should be collaborative team members, with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Characterize nucleic acid samples using methods appropriate for downstream steps

Transform nucleic acid samples into sequencing libraries using standard and high-throughput methods

Perform IlluminaQC assays and workflows by hand and on robotic liquid handlers

Load, run, and maintain sequencing platforms

Help build laboratory facilities and organizational infrastructure for NGS activities and resources

Deliver high quality data efficiently

Analyze, interpret, and present relevant data

Faithfully document scientific work and help create user-friendly protocols

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

BS/BA with minimum of 6 years of experience in an academic or industry setting. Title commensurate with experience

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

Extensive experience with sequencing library preparation and a solid understanding of general molecular biology

Deep experience with operation of standard NGS instrumentation, including Nanodrop, Qubit, Fragment analyzer/Tapestation, qPCR/ddPCR machine, and Illumina sequencers

Experience with instruments used in the high-throughput space (e.g. Hamilton Star, Integra Viaflow, Tipless plate washers)

Experience with genomic processes in a therapeutic gene editing setting a plus

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, scientific versatility, flexibility, and results-oriented

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Excellent oral and written communication skills

A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:
Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
Adoption and family-planning benefits
Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community

Generous paid time off, including:

• Vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• D iscretionary year-end shutdown
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter

Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
401k match and Financial Planning tools
Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna
In over 10 years since its inception, Moderna has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of messenger RNA (mRNA), to an enterprise with a diverse clinical portfolio of vaccines and therapeutics across seven modalities, a broad intellectual property portfolio in areas including mRNA and lipid nanoparticle formulation, and an integrated manufacturing plant that allows for rapid clinical and commercial production at scale. Moderna maintains alliances with a broad range of domestic and overseas government and commercial collaborators, which has allowed for the pursuit of both groundbreaking science and rapid scaling of manufacturing. Most recently, Moderna's capabilities have come together to allow the authorized use and approval of one of the earliest and most effective vaccines against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moderna's mRNA platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases. Moderna has been named a top biopharmaceutical employer by Science for the past seven years. To learn more, visit www.modernatx.com.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)
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