2026 Co-Op, Process Chemistry and Development, Analytical Development
About The Position
We are seeking a Process or Chemical Engineer to support qualification and operational readiness efforts for a small molecule GMP facility in Waltham. This is a hands-on, execution role focused on assessing equipment setup, supporting equipment start-up and qualification activities, and developing practical operating procedures to enable safe kilo- to pilot-scale synthetic operations. This individual will work closely with senior personnel in Process Chemistry Development, Engineering, QA, and EHS to bring equipment into reliable and compliant operation. This role involves hands-on use of reactors, filters, distillation equipment, drying equipment, etc to support synthetic chemical operations. This position will run from July 13th-December 11th, 2026.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline
- Comfortable working in environments with incomplete documentation and evolving systems
- Pragmatic problem-solver with bias toward learning and implementing solutions.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Execution-focused and comfortable in a hands-on role
- Practical, collaborative, and comfortable working in startup-like ambiguity
- Able to think strategically while remaining grounded in operational realities
- Establish clear understanding of inherited equipment capabilities and risks
- Enable safe and reliable execution of pilot/kilo operations
- Support qualification readiness and GMP commissioning milestones
Responsibilities
- Equipment Assessment & Operational Readiness: Evaluate inherited pilot-scale and kilo-lab equipment
- Identify capability gaps, risks, and remediation actions
- Support equipment qualification readiness and commissioning activities
- Provide practical recommendations for safe and compliant operation
- Hands-On Process Execution: Operate kilo- and pilot-scale synthetic equipment, including: Jacketed and Glass-lined reactors Filtration and drying systems TFF systems Chromatography systems
- Troubleshoot mechanical and process performance issues
- Establish safe operating envelopes and batch execution parameters
- Enable small molecule GMP and non-GMP production readiness
- Risk Assessment & Safety: Partner with Process Chemistry, Moderna Leadership, and EHS to ensure safe execution of scale-up activities
- Procedure & Documentation Support: Contribute technical content to SOPs, equipment operating procedures, and batch records
- Support cleaning strategies and equipment use documentation
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
