Scientist, Therapeutics Translational Research

Moderna

Remote, US
Base: $109,200.00 - $174,600.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Fully remote
Mrna therapeutics platform
Deep immune profiling
Target validation
Moderna is seeking a highly skilled Scientist for its Therapeutics Translational Research team to advance its mRNA therapeutics platform through translational studies. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in immunology and demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills to thrive in a collaborative environment

Job Summary

  • Support the advancement of our mRNA therapeutics platform by driving translational studies across both clinical and early development programs.
  • Design and execute complex translational studies, including primary human immune cell–based and plate-based assays, functional and cytotoxicity assays, and deep profiling of rare immune populations.
  • At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

Matching Summary

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Moderna is seeking a highly skilled Scientist for its Therapeutics Translational Research team to advance its mRNA therapeutics platform through translational studies. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in immunology and demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Salary

Base: $109,200.00 - $174,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award; Benefits: Best-in-class healthcare coverage, holistic well-being resources, family planning benefits, generous paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • mRNA therapeutics platform
  • deep immune profiling
  • target validation
  • mechanism-of-action characterization
  • in vitro and ex vivo experimentation
  • scRNA-seq, TCR sequencing, and flow cytometry

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative team players
  • independent research accomplishments
  • mentor junior colleagues
  • passion for translational research

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Immunology, Biological Sciences, or related field; or M.S. with 5+ years industry experience; or B.S. with 8+ years industry experience
  • Strong background in immunology, immuno-oncology, cancer vaccines, and/or tumor biology
  • Ability to independently design and execute experimental plans
  • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Work Rights

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

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