The Role:Moderna's Virology group is seeking a motivated and talented Co-Op with experience in the fields of virology/microbiology/molecular biology/immunology. The Co-Op will contribute to teams responsible for advancing vaccine candidates from discovery to clinical trials. He/she/they will assist in performing assays to measure the efficacy of vaccine candidates in preclinical animal models and perform exploratory analysis of clinical trial human samples. The Co-Op will be able to learn about the mRNA vaccine pre-clinical research process and collaborate with world-class scientists in a multidiscipline research group. The applicants should be outstanding students/graduates, exceptional team members, strong communicators, and enthusiastic about working on virology and mRNA vaccinology.This co-op program is from July – December 2024. Candidates must be available to work on-site for the entire duration, 40 hrs/week.Here's What You'll Do:Perform molecular biological assays to support clinical & preclinical vaccine research programs.Help develop, optimize, and troubleshoot cell-based assays & immunostaining protocols.Data analysis using GraphPad Prism and other software.Independently perform basic cell culture.Manage and optimize lab inventory through Benchling.Be extensively involved in and contribute to scientific discussions.Interact with the other team members and present data in meetings.Here's What You'll Bring to the Table:Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program with a focus on Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or other related Life Science fieldExperience with basic wet lab techniques and mammalian cell culture.Familiarity with principles and challenges of cell-based assays.Previous co-op/internship or academic lab experience preferred.Eager to learn basic virology techniques.Excellent organizational, time management and laboratory record keeping skills.Enthusiasm for the scientific process and vaccine development.Highly motivated to learn and thrives in a fast-paced environment.Moderna is pleased to provide you with an innovative suite of benefits, including:Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classesFree parking or subsidized commuter passesGenerous paid time off, including:• Vacation, sick time and holidays• Volunteer time to participate within your community• Discretionary year-end shutdownLocation-specific perks and extras!About ModernaSince our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture.Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.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 the Accommodations team at ****** . (EEO/AAP Employer) -
