Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate

Moderna

(Cambridge, Massachusetts)
Full Time
Job Posting Details
About Moderna

Moderna is a clinical stage pioneer of messenger RNA Therapeutics™, an entirely new in vivo drug technology that produces human proteins, antibodies and entirely novel protein constructs inside patient cells, which are in turn secreted or active intracellularly.

Summary

We seek a highly skilled and motivated pharmacologist to assist in developing the in vivo and in vitro data package to support advancement of Moderna’s mRNA technology platform and pipeline.

Responsibilities
  • Performance of in vivo assays including rodent handling, dosing and tissue harvest
  • Performance of in vitro assays (ELISA, FACS, reporter systems, Luciferase, Western blotting, etc.)
  • Standard mammalian cell culture support
  • General laboratory assistance including lab equipment maintenance, preparation of reagents, and the ordering and receiving of lab supplies
  • Accountable for project success and results delivery
  • Closely collaborate with other members within the research group and broadly with departments throughout the company
  • Record and communicate findings
Ideal Candidate

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS with at least 5 years of industry experience or MS with at least 3 years of industry experience in biology, pharmacology, or other related discipline.
  • Hands on experience in rodent handling and dosing (IV, IM, SC, IP) is required
  • Hands on experience with mammalian cell culture (cell lines and primary cells)
  • Hands on experience with the utilization of cell-based assays to examine the expression and activity of a variety of protein targets
  • Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to work independently and effectively in a highly dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with animal models used in genetics and metabolism research
  • Hands on experience in setting up ex vivo assays (liver, muscle, adipose, kidney, heart)
  • Surgical experience is a plus
  • Experience with isolation and characterization of primary cells (hepatocytes, pancreatic islets, kidney cells, myocardial cells and MEFs)
  • Ability to multi-task to meet technology development and research goals

Competencies

  • Excellent documentation and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as work as part of a cross functional team, comfortable with presenting and speaking in a variety of setting and with coworkers at a variety of levels
  • Outcome-oriented and attentive to details with strong analytical and communication skills
  • Ability to Adapt to Frequent Change

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Cambridge, Massachusetts
Skills Desired
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  • Documentation
  • Multi-Task
  • Biology
  • Knowledge of Cell Culture
  • Pharmacology

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