Research Associate, Infectious Disease Virology

The Role Moderna is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to join the Infectious Disease Virology team. This role will support the development of mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics by executing virology assays that enable key preclinical and translational decisions across multiple programs. The successful candidate will contribute to the generation of high-quality, decision-enabling data through the execution of cell-based and virological assays, working in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.

This role requires strong experimental rigor, adaptability to evolving program needs, and a commitment to delivering data with speed and integrity. This position will interface closely with scientists across research, translational, and clinical teams to support parallel work streams and critical timelines.

• Culture and maintain mammalian cell lines and primary cells to support virology assays
• Execute virological assays, including virus neutralization and infectivity-based readouts, with high precision and reproducibility
• Perform assay quality control and ensure data integrity to support program decision‑making
• Analyze, summarize, and clearly communicate experimental results to team members
• Maintain accurate and well‑organized electronic laboratory notebooks in accordance with internal standards
• Support reagent preparation, sample tracking, and inventory management
• Contribute to optimization and scaling of assays (e.g., throughput improvements, workflow efficiency)
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver data across multiple concurrent programs under aggressive timelines

• B.S. in virology, immunology, cell biology, or a related discipline with 0–2 years of relevant experience (industry or academic)
• Hands‑on experience with mammalian cell culture and sterile technique is required
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to data quality and reproducibility
• Ability to manage multiple experiments and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving scientific and programmatic needs

• Experience with virology techniques such as virus propagation, viral infectivity assays, or neutralization assays
• Familiarity with molecular and cellular assays (e.g., PCR/qPCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, western blotting)
• Experience working in a high-throughput or matrixed research environment

This position is site-based and requires full‑time presence at Moderna’s location. It is not eligible for remote work.

Salary range: $63,200.00 - $. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

• Best‑in‑class healthcare coverage
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, and global recharge days
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Well‑being resources covering fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Location‑specific perks and extras

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to 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.

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