Research Associate, Immuno-Oncology Research

ModernaTX • Cambridge, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Immuno-Oncology Research at Moderna is seeking a talented and motivated Research Associate to join our efforts in developing new mRNA-based drugs for cancer therapy. The successful candidate will use molecular biology and immunology techniques to characterize Moderna’s mRNA products, their activity, and/or relevant biomarkers in vitro and in vivo to support early preclinical research, IND-enabling studies, and/or translational research. This is a bench-focused role requiring technical expertise and the ability to work within a cross-functional, fast-paced team. The successful candidate will execute in vitro and ex vivo experiments as part of a team and consistently deliver high quality, reproducible data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Technical experience in cell transfection, long-term immune cell cultures, co-culture assays, and multi-color flow cytometry

Nice To Haves

• Protein detection methods (MSD, ELISA)
• Assay development and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with qPCR and ddPCR
• The candidate should be self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in an immuno-oncology setting
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with GraphPad Prism and Omiq for flow cytometry data analysis.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative

Responsibilities

• Use Moderna’s mRNA products to demonstrate expression and characterize activity of immuno-oncology therapeutic proteins in relevant in vitro and/or in vivo experimental systems
• Gain knowledge of preclinical cancer models and toxicology models
• Perform and/or support experiments and assays such as immune cell isolation, cell culture, ELISA/MSD, flow cytometry, cell-based functional and reporter assays, sample processing and analysis for pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies
• Work collaboratively within direct team, as well as with a cross-functional team of scientists
• Maintain an organized work area and electronic lab notebook
• Analyze, visualize, and summarize experimental data, including team meeting presentations

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level