Job Description
The Role:
Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients.
Moderna is establishing a leading research, development, and manufacturing facility at Harwell to support onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases in the UK.
This long term investment will create skilled jobs and strengthen collaboration with academic, NHS, and government partners. We welcome experts ready to help expand access to life saving vaccines.
This role sits at the intersection of Quality Control Chemistry and global stability programs, driving the analytical backbone that ensures product quality and compliance.
It combines hands-on laboratory execution with advanced data analysis, regulatory contribution, and digital system interaction.
The position offers exposure to modern analytical platforms, LIMS ecosystems, and opportunities to work alongside emerging AI-enabled tools in a highly innovative environment.
Here's What You'll Do:
Perform routine and advanced analytical chemistry and stability testing, including HPLC, UPLC, GC, UV, Dynamic Light Scattering (particle analysis), and Karl Fischer (KF)
Execute HPLC (AEX) and NaOH plate reader-based assays to support manufacturing process statistical testing
Conduct testing across raw materials, components, in-process materials, and drug substance samples
Maintain accurate and compliant cGMP documentation in alignment with Good Documentation Practices and Data Integrity requirements
Support end-to-end stability program activities, including sample set down, pulls, labeling, quantity verification, and inventory tracking using LIMS (LabVantage) and associated systems
Create, review, and revise stability protocols and reports in accordance with GMP, FDA, EU, and ICH guidelines
Build and maintain stability schedules, ensuring timely sample pulls and distribution to internal and external laboratories
Perform data trending and statistical analyses, maintaining up-to-date stability tables, charts, and databases
Execute stability study workflows within LIMS, including data entry, review, and approval
Support cross-functional and external reporting of stability data, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Coordinate stability sample shipments to external laboratories and manage retrieval of external data and reports
Maintain internal stability binders and databases with up-to-date information from internal and external sources
Contribute to regulatory submissions through authoring and review of stability-related sections
Carry out general laboratory operations including reagent preparation, sample management, equipment maintenance, and lab housekeeping
Maintain a safe and compliant laboratory environment aligned with GxP standards
Manage laboratory consumables, including ordering, stocking, and inventory control
Participate in quality systems activities including investigations, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs
Author and revise SOPs, protocols, and reports to support compliant operations
Support troubleshooting of analytical methods and laboratory equipment, while providing guidance and training to junior staff
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement
Execute all activities in accordance with SOPs, work instructions, regulatory requirements, and company policies
Complete all required training within defined timelines and maintain ongoing qualification readiness for audits and inspections
The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:
We obsess over learning. We don’t have to be the smartest we have to learn the fastest.
We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
Education: BA/BSc in Chemistry (preferred) or other relevant scientific discipline
Experience: At least 5-7 years in Quality Control Laboratory of a Pharmaceutical Company
Demonstrated aptitude or ability to learn in order to gain a strong understanding of GxP regulations (specify GMP, GLP, GCP, GVP or other applicable standards)
As part of Moderna’s commitment to workplace safety, this role may require an enhanced pre-employment check.
Pay & Benefits
At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
Best-in-class 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 building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, 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
The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.
About Moderna
Since 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 people are 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 committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.
Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.
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