Moderna · 16 hours ago
Engineer III, Drug Product MS&T
Norwood, Massachusetts
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $144K/yr
5+ years expModerna is a leading mRNA technology company focused on changing the future of medicine. They are seeking a key technical leader to develop, implement, and optimize drug product operations within a state-of-the-art cGMP manufacturing facility in Norwood, MA.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalTherapeutics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as a technical lead or key contributor for drug product fill-finish (aseptic manufacturing), inspection, and labeling processes
Provide on-the-floor support during routine operations and batch execution, including support for deviations and investigations
Lead troubleshooting of process or equipment-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams
Support technology transfer activities to internal or external manufacturing sites
Participate in the setup, qualification, and troubleshooting of inspection and labeling equipment (e.g., Knapp kits, visual inspection systems)
Assist with commissioning and validation activities during facility or equipment start-up
Analyze process performance and batch data to identify trends, performance variability, and opportunities for improvement
Support the development and optimization of inspection system recipes and parameters
Author or contribute to technical documents including SOPs, protocols, summary reports, and change controls
Assist with preparation for audits and inspections, providing technical input as needed
Work closely with Quality, Operations, Regulatory, and Engineering teams to support compliant and efficient GMP manufacturing
Contribute to cross-functional technical assessments and process improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
BS, M.S. or Ph.D. in a technical discipline related to Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, etc.). BS with 5 to 8 years of experience or MS with 2 to 5 years experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company
Experience in cGMP aseptic (sterile) fill finish operations including prior experience supporting validation of aseptic manufacturing processes
Knowledge of data management tools and statistical analysis
Excellent judgment and ability to communicate manufacturing issues in a scientifically sound and understandable way along with ability to provide data driven solutions
A highly collaborative team player capable working in a cross-functional matrix environment
Ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to effectively collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment
This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna's site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work
Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship
Benefits
Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future
Location-specific perks and extras
Company
Moderna
Moderna Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in vaccines and drug development.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.56BKey Investors
Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness InnovationsAres ManagementU.S. Department of Health & Human Services
2025-12-18Grant· $54.3M
2025-11-20Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2024-07-02Grant· $176M
Leadership Team
Stephane Bancel
Founding CEO
Kenneth Chien
Co-Founder
Recent News
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2026-01-16
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