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Moderna · 2 days ago
Research Associate, RNA Science
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
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Responsibilities
Design, conduct and troubleshoot in vitro/ex vivo/cell-based RNA and protein experiments
Perform multiple biological techniques, including tissue culture, cell transfection, live cell imaging, qPCR, flow cytometry, western blots, ELISAs, capillary electrophoresis, and other biochemical assays.
Contribute to data analysis and interpretation of study results.
Interpret, summarize, and present experimental data and results at group meetings, project meetings, and department meetings.
Keep careful data records (electronic lab notebook and others)
Qualification
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Required
BS or MS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Bioengineering-related field
Experience with mammalian cell culture and transfection techniques
Experience with protein and RNA quantification methods such as live cell imaging, western blotting, ELISA assays, and qPCR
Ability to participate in multiple collaborative projects in a cross-functional team environment
Ability to multi-task to meet research goals
Strong quantitative analysis skills
Excellent written and oral communication
This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work
Benefits
Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
Lifestyle Spending Account funds
Family care benefits including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
Adoption and family-planning benefits
Dedicated care coordination support for LGBTQ+ community
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer time, and discretionary year-end shutdown
Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
Generous Paid Leave offerings including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
401k match and Financial Planning tools
Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages
Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
Location-specific perks and extras
Company
Moderna
Moderna Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in drug discovery and drug development based on messenger RNA.
Founded in 2010
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.73BKey Investors
Blackstone Life SciencesMSD CapitalBiomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA)
2024-03-27Post Ipo Equity· $750M
2022-10-12Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2020-07-26Grant· $472M
Leadership Team
Stephane Bancel
President and Founding CEO
Kenneth Chien
Co-Founder
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