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In this essential role, you will serve as the Microbiology Quality Control Analyst at our Harwell facility, directly supporting GMP manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Associate Director of Quality Control, you will carry out routine environmental and critical utility monitoring while performing key microbiological testing across raw materials, excipients, and drug substances for mRNA products. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally on method transfers, validations, and contribute to laboratory systems aligned with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). With the opportunity to operate at the interface of digital systems and biotechnological innovation, this position offers access to tools and data environments closely tied to Generative AI platforms supporting Quality Operations across Moderna globally.
Job Responsibility:
Conducting routine environmental monitoring (EM) and sampling of critical utilities such as water systems in a GMP manufacturing facility
Executing microbiological analyses including TOC, Conductivity, Bioburden, Endotoxin, Sterility, and other GMP QC methods
Supporting GMP testing for product release, stability, and validation samples
Preparing, shipping, and receiving contract laboratory samples, including those for microbiological identification
Participating in new microbiological method transfers in collaboration with Analytical Sciences & Technology (AS&T) teams
Supporting development, implementation, and maintenance of laboratory systems in line with cGMP expectations
Performing general laboratory support activities including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and housekeeping
Participating in audit readiness activities, including support to internal and external audit teams
Assisting in equipment and method qualifications, and potentially troubleshooting assay methods and instrumentation
Drafting and revising SOPs, protocols, reports, and contributing to quality system documentation (e.g., deviations, CAPAs, EM excursions, and change controls)
Applying Good Documentation Practices and ensuring full compliance with GxP and Data Integrity requirements
Completing all assigned training per schedule and requalification timelines
Supporting junior team members as required with data review, troubleshooting, and training
Requirements:
BSc in a relevant scientific discipline with 5 years Quality Control experience in a cGMP organization with a focus on Microbiology
Hands-on experience of various Microbiology testing techniques and analyses (e.g. Vitek, Isolator Technology, Bioburden, BET, Sterility, others)
Working knowledge of relevant and current FDA, EU, ICH guidelines and regulations preferred
Working experience in a GMP environment
Ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment
Ability to efficiently prioritise and complete multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to conduct investigations
Nice to have:
Working knowledge of relevant and current FDA, EU, ICH guidelines and regulations preferred
What we offer:
Best-in-class healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs
A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
Family building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
Savings and investments to help you plan for the future