2026 Co-op, Bacteriology

Moderna

Cambridge, MA, US
Base: $20.00 - $60.00; bonus/equity: eligible for ...
Fully onsite
Bacterial strain characterization
Functional assay execution
Wet lab techniques
Moderna is seeking a motivated co-op student for its Bacterial Immunology team to assist in the development of mRNA-based vaccines. The position requires hands-on laboratory work and is a part of a six-month experiential training program for students pursuing degrees in life sciences

Job Summary

  • Assist in the execution and optimization of bacterial and immunological assays to support bacterial vaccine programs.
  • Use genetic techniques to investigate expression of key antigens in various bacterial strains and build targeted mutant strains.
  • The Moderna Research Co-op program is a 6-month experiential training program offering valuable hands-on experience in mRNA-LNP science.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Moderna is seeking a motivated co-op student for its Bacterial Immunology team to assist in the development of mRNA-based vaccines. The position requires hands-on laboratory work and is a part of a six-month experiential training program for students pursuing degrees in life sciences.

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, location-specific perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bacterial strain characterization
  • Functional assay execution
  • Wet lab techniques
  • Molecular biology techniques
  • Aseptic technique

Nice-to-have

  • Troubleshoot experimental design
  • Communicate experimental alternatives
  • Curious and bold approach
  • Relentless pursuit of outcomes

Key Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in life sciences program
  • Legal authorization to work in the US
  • Must be available for entire program duration

Work Rights

Must be a US person (citizen, permanent resident, asylee, or refugee)

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