Engineer I, Process Development, Pilot Scale Operations

Summary

Moderna is a biotechnology company developing mRNA-based medicines and technologies. The Engineer I will support nucleic acid pilot-scale production by receiving technology transfers, assisting with process development and scale-up strategies, operating and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, and maintaining production documentation and safety practices.

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

• Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential
• BS/BA (required) or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field with 0-2 years related experience
• Ability to multi-task in relentless pursuit of successful outcomes
• Exceptional written and oral communication
• Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration experience is preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential
• BS/BA (required) or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field with 0-2 years related experience
• Ability to multi-task in relentless pursuit of successful outcomes
• Exceptional written and oral communication

Nice to Haves

• Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration experience is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investments to help you plan for the future
• Location-specific perks and extras
• Annual discretionary bonus, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance
• Other incentive compensation, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance
• Equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance