2026 Co-op, Epidemiology

Moderna

Cambridge, MA, US
Base: $20.00 - $60.00; bonus/equity: eligible for ...
Onsite
Phd program in epidemiology
Epidemiology and biostatistics background
Sas or r proficiency
Moderna is seeking a highly motivated PhD/ScD student for a 2026 co-op position in Epidemiology, which will provide hands-on experience in real-world research, safety monitoring, and decision-making. The role requires strong analytical skills and an interest in vaccine development, with the opportunity to engage with cross-functional teams and contribute to significant safety evaluations

Job Summary

  • Gain hands-on experience in real-world epidemiologic research, vaccine safety monitoring, signal evaluation, and decision-making.
  • Conduct epidemiologic research to contextualize and evaluate safety signals, important potential risks, and special populations relevant to safety monitoring.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams including Clinical Safety and Pharmacovigilance, Real-World Evidence Analytics, and Clinical Development.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Moderna is seeking a highly motivated PhD/ScD student for a 2026 co-op position in Epidemiology, which will provide hands-on experience in real-world research, safety monitoring, and decision-making. The role requires strong analytical skills and an interest in vaccine development, with the opportunity to engage with cross-functional teams and contribute to significant safety evaluations.

Salary

Base: $20.00 - $60.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award; Benefits: Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes, subsidized commuter benefits, generous paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD program in Epidemiology
  • Epidemiology and biostatistics background
  • SAS or R proficiency
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Cross-functional team engagement
  • Signal detection and evaluation workflows

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in vaccine development
  • Pharmacoepidemiologic methods interest
  • Pharmacovigilance interest
  • Data-driven decision-making interest
  • Collaborative yet independent work ethic
  • Adaptability under pressure
  • Proactive problem-solving approach

Key Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a PhD program
  • Must hold work authorization in US
  • Not eligible for remote work

Work Rights

Must hold work authorization in US

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