Co-Op, Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, Immuno-Assays

Moderna • Norwood, MA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a co-op in Norwood, MA from July 13th-December 11th 2026. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the co-op. The Clinical Biomarker Laboratories at Moderna is looking for top talent in science and engineering to deliver on its mission to complete sample testing for Moderna clinical trials. Co-ops will have an opportunity to be part of high-performing project teams developing new clinical assays for mRNA therapeutics and vaccines destined for clinical trials and commercial licensure. You will apply your educational background and learn new technical skills in the science of mRNA and clinical assays. You will develop a deep understanding of clinical sample testing under regulated environment.

Requirements

• Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Master’s program in Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Science, Statistics, or a related field
• Strong fundamental scientific and engineering skills for the evaluation of experimental data
• Laboratory skills applicable to biological experiments and analytical methods
• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time.
• Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of highly skilled experts to come up to speed quickly on technology and techniques.
• Use laboratory, technical and communication skills to generate experimental results, perform data analysis, and document in formal reports including conclusions and recommended next steps.
• Support technology transfer and provide sample testing support at internal Moderna, and external contract research organization (CRO) sites.
• Participate in planning, design, execution, analysis of experiments and formal risk assessments to establish critical process parameters, and overall experiment control strategies.
• Review and share relevant academic literature and establish new collaborations with internal research and compliance groups.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings in cross-functional meetings.

Benefits

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Location-specific perks and extras

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees