2026 Co-Op, Drug Product Development Job at Moderna (Norwood)

Job Responsibility

Work with a team of highly skilled experts to come up to speed on technology and techniques
Use laboratory, technical and communication skills to generate experimental results, perform data analysis, and document in formal reports including conclusions and recommended next steps
Perform process scale-up, support technology transfer, and provide manufacturing support at internal Moderna, and external contract manufacturing sites
Participate in planning, design, execution, analysis of experiments and formal risk assessments to establish critical process parameters, and overall process control strategies
Optimize the impact of formulation and processing conditions on the stability of mRNA drug products and process intermediates
Review and share relevant academic literature and establish new collaborations with internal research and manufacturing groups
Create scaled-down models, and high-throughput experimental setups for unit operations
Characterize mRNA and lipid nanoparticles through collaboration with the analytical team
Design and execute stability studies, including in-use, hold-time, and compatibility studies, to assess drug product robustness under clinically relevant conditions
Prepare technical reports and present findings in cross-functional meetings.

Current student enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Science, Statistics, or a related field
Strong fundamental scientific and engineering skills for the evaluation of experimental data
Laboratory skills applicable to bioprocess development and analytical methods
Candidates must already hold work authorization in the US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.

GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
Subsidized commuter benefits
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
Location-specific perks and extras
Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award.