BioSpace
2026 Co-op, Clinical Biomarkers, Infectious Disease
BioSpace, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
2026 Co-op, Clinical Biomarkers, Infectious Disease
Base Pay Range
$20.00/hr - $60.00/hr
Role Join Moderna’s Clinical Biomarkers team as a Co‑Op to advance assays that support our clinical trials. You will contribute to technical development, qualification, and validation of biomarker assays while keeping cross‑functional partners informed through clear, timely communications and documentation.
Here’s What You’ll Do
Support oversight of assay development & validation (CROs & internal labs): coordinate timelines and materials, review draft protocols and qualification/validation plans, monitor method transfer and readiness, track performance against acceptance criteria, verify data integrity, ensure deliverables, summarize status and risks for stakeholders, and maintain inspection‑ready documentation.
Support study readiness: prepare or refine study‑facing documents (Clinical assay plan, Vendor Oversight plans, Bioanalytical plans and reports) with guidance from mentors.
Drive clear team communication: draft weekly or biweekly summaries, contribute slides for cross‑functional meetings, and maintain dashboards summarizing assay status, risks, and timelines.
Operational excellence: improve templates/SOPs and support inspection‑readiness documentation practices.
Learn the biomarker lifecycle: observe how biomarker samples move from collection to data delivery.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or similar.
Basic knowledge of standard laboratory procedures.
Completed foundational biology courses such as cell biology, immunology, microbiology.
Comfortable with Excel/Smartsheets.
Ability to provide concise written updates, maintain version control of files, and present progress to teammates.
A desire to make an impact in a high‑growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.
US work authorization; no immigration sponsorship available.
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
Exposure to regulated environments (GLP/GCP awareness) and/or working with external labs or CROs.
Project experience in infectious diseases, immunology, or clinical/translational research.
Pay & Benefits
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.
The salary range for this role is $20.00 – $60.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
About Moderna Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure 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.
Our Working Model Moderna champions the benefits of in‑office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. The 70% in‑office structure helps foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship.
Equal Opportunities 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!
Accommodations We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. If you require an accommodation in the hiring process or to perform essential functions, contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.
Export Control Notice This position may involve access to technology or data subject to U.S. export control laws. Employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export‑controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Only U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible. Moderna is unable to sponsor non‑U.S. persons for an export control license.
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Role Join Moderna’s Clinical Biomarkers team as a Co‑Op to advance assays that support our clinical trials. You will contribute to technical development, qualification, and validation of biomarker assays while keeping cross‑functional partners informed through clear, timely communications and documentation.
Here’s What You’ll Do
Support oversight of assay development & validation (CROs & internal labs): coordinate timelines and materials, review draft protocols and qualification/validation plans, monitor method transfer and readiness, track performance against acceptance criteria, verify data integrity, ensure deliverables, summarize status and risks for stakeholders, and maintain inspection‑ready documentation.
Support study readiness: prepare or refine study‑facing documents (Clinical assay plan, Vendor Oversight plans, Bioanalytical plans and reports) with guidance from mentors.
Drive clear team communication: draft weekly or biweekly summaries, contribute slides for cross‑functional meetings, and maintain dashboards summarizing assay status, risks, and timelines.
Operational excellence: improve templates/SOPs and support inspection‑readiness documentation practices.
Learn the biomarker lifecycle: observe how biomarker samples move from collection to data delivery.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or similar.
Basic knowledge of standard laboratory procedures.
Completed foundational biology courses such as cell biology, immunology, microbiology.
Comfortable with Excel/Smartsheets.
Ability to provide concise written updates, maintain version control of files, and present progress to teammates.
A desire to make an impact in a high‑growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.
US work authorization; no immigration sponsorship available.
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
Exposure to regulated environments (GLP/GCP awareness) and/or working with external labs or CROs.
Project experience in infectious diseases, immunology, or clinical/translational research.
Pay & Benefits
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.
The salary range for this role is $20.00 – $60.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
About Moderna Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure 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.
Our Working Model Moderna champions the benefits of in‑office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. The 70% in‑office structure helps foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship.
Equal Opportunities 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!
Accommodations We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. If you require an accommodation in the hiring process or to perform essential functions, contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.
Export Control Notice This position may involve access to technology or data subject to U.S. export control laws. Employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export‑controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Only U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible. Moderna is unable to sponsor non‑U.S. persons for an export control license.
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