BS Life Sciences R&D Jobs at Moderna – Apply Online
Looking to launch your career in biotech with hands-on Quality Assurance experience? Moderna’s 2025 R&D Quality and Compliance Co-Op in Cambridge, MA, offers science students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of GCP, GLP, GVP, and CSV practices.
Welcome to Moderna – a pioneering biotech company at the forefront of mRNA technology. Founded in 2010, Moderna is dedicated to transforming the field of medicine through innovation and cutting-edge research. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact on global health by reimagining how medicines are developed and delivered. As a Moderna employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the pharmaceutical industry and play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare.
The Role:
Moderna’s R&D Quality and Compliance (RDQ&C) group is seeking a highly motivated college student to join as a Co-Op. This position offers hands-on experience in Quality Assurance within the biotech/pharma industry, focusing on proactive compliance across all RDQ&C GXPs.
Here’s What You Will Do:
- Assist with entering and tracking inspection activities in Veeva.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing RDQ&C audit processes and tools.
- Support data oversight and audit record management within the Veeva Audit Management System.
- Assist with CAPA and Issue Management activities.
- Aid in site selection and audit scheduling.
- Train in conducting clinical study, vendor and pharmacovigilance audits (non-travel).
- Assist in developing documentation for Moderna-conducted audits.
- Support preparation efforts for Health Authority inspections as needed.
- Contribute to Quality Optimization initiatives, including training administration, procedural documentation, and metrics/reporting.
- Enhance regulatory knowledge by contributing to the development of quarterly newsletter and regulatory intelligence activities.
- Gain insights into Quality study team support.
- Accept constructive feedback and actively seek opportunities for professional growth.
- Participate in various departmental activities and attend relevant meetings as required.
- Competencies and Benefits of this role:
- Gain real life experience in a dynamic and growing R&D Quality and Compliance function that supports clinical trials, non-clinical laboratories and pharmacovigilance activities
- Work closely with seasoned R&D Quality and Compliance professionals that will provide excellent mentorship opportunities through a variety of lenses and experiences
- Receive training and gain direct experience with R&D Quality across the various GXPs (GCP/GLP/GVP/CSV)
- Gain a keen understanding of the audit process and opportunities to shadow auditors during audits
- Exposure to the various GXP functional groups that RDQ&C supports
Here’s What You Will Bring to the Table:
- Currently enrolled as a student working towards a bachelor’s degree in a science focused program (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy) or similar
- At least 3 years of study in one of the above scientific fields preferred
- Basic familiarity with pharmaceutical regulations (GCP, GVP, GLP, CSV) is a strong plus
- Must possess excellent organization skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. is a plus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts
- Willingness to learn, be mentored, and improve
- Ability to work independently and in collaborative team environments
- Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment
- Ability to prioritize based on shifting demands
- Ability to multitask and know when to ask for help
- Willing and able to relocate to Cambridge, MA for the co-op
- Indefinite right to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
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.
- Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
- Subsidized commuter benefits
- Generous paid time off, including:
• Vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• Discretionary year-end shutdown - Location-specific perks and extras!
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