Manager, Technical Development Operations

5 months ago


Norwood, United States Moderna, Inc. Full time

The Role

The Lab Operations and Materials team seeks a candidate who will support management of day-to-day operations involved in running labs and will serve as the primary liaison between labs, lab associates and various external partners. This is an onsite role based in Modernas Technology Center campus in Norwood, MA.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, extremely organized, engaged, proactive and resourceful individual who can multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, the successful candidate will be passionate about the research being conducted in the lab and fully committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and team-oriented environment.

Heres What Youll Do

Manage day-to-day activities within the laboratory; assure effective operation and maintenance of equipment; obtain and ensure adequate supplies for experimental needs; maintain compliance with all policies and regulations, ensure optimal organization of lab space, contributing to a safe and efficient working environment for all members.

Maintain inventories of lab equipment and scientific materials (i.e., probes, antibodies, etc.).

Establish and maintain online documentation system for protocols and equipment manuals/SOPs.

Act as liaison between laboratory, lab staff and collaborate with the lab operations team to achieve goals. Coordinate with these groups on projects such as fixed asset inventories, etc.

Act as Lab Safety Officer, liaising with EHS & facilities to maintain a safe working environment in the laboratory.

Train incoming personnel in proper lab conduct and may provide instruction regarding best lab practices. Develop instructional material for routine training purposes.

Contribute to space management and planning.

Assist in managing budget for lab-related assets including complex integrated systems, e.g. CapEx, materials and services, infrastructure, 3rd-party services.

Strategic operational support: Strong focus on providing input and contributing to operational excellence initiatives, planning, monitoring, and documenting of projects and analysis of information. Active participation in and championing of cross-departmental initiatives and collaborations

Collaboration and communication: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including lab scientists, 3rd-party vendors, technicians, and supporting functions including Health, Safety & Environment, Facilities and Real Estate, IT, Procurement, and Finance. Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Fostering a culture of collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within the team.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)

Education: Bachelors or Masters or PhD degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related technical discipline

Experience: 8 years of relevant experience with a Bachelors degree or 5 years of relevant experience with a Masters degree or no experience with a PhD degree.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.

Superior attention to detail.

Self-motivated, able to take initiative and work independently; equally able to work as a member of a team.

A desire to proactively improve internal processes and increase efficiency.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage optionsFlexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expensesLifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activitiesFamily care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoringFree premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classesExclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipmentAdoption and family-planning benefitsDedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ communityGenerous paid time off, including:
Vacation, sick time and holidays
Volunteer time to participate within your community
Discretionary year-end shutdown
Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafterGenerous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents 401k match and Financial Planning toolsModerna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit optionsComplimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requestsFree parking or subsidized commuter passesLocation-specific perks and extras

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, theinfrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture.Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's 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. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. Were focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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