The Role
This is a co-op opportunity in Cambridge, MA from
January 21st, 2025 – June 20th, 2025. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the internship.
Start date will be January 21st, 2025.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Co-op student to join the Alliance for Clinical Excellence (ACE) team within the Clinical Development Organization (CDO), with a focus on Study Start-Up (SSU) activities. This position offers hands-on experience in the early stages of clinical trials, including the planning and initiation of studies. The co-op will work closely with SSU managers, clinical operations, regulatory teams, and other stakeholders to assist in setting up clinical studies efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Here’s What You’ll Do
- Collaborate with Global SSU Managers, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Data Management teams to ensure alignment and smooth execution of study start-up activities.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions around process improvements and study start-up efficiency.
- Support study trial planning through site feasibility activities
- Collaborate with study sites and external vendors to facilitate timely completion of start-up processes.
- Support the collection, review, and tracking of essential study documents (such as site contracts, budgets, ethics submissions, and regulatory approvals).
- Assist with coordinating and maintaining compliance with local regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
- Learning Opportunities:
- Gain hands-on experience in clinical trial start-up processes.
- Develop an understanding of the regulatory requirements for clinical studies.
- Work in a collaborative environment with professionals from diverse areas within clinical research.
- Opportunity to gain exposure to clinical study management, regulatory affairs, and project coordination in a global setting.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s program, preferably in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
- Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude in problem-solving and task management.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) is a plus.
- Basic understanding of clinical trial processes and regulations (ICH-GCP is a plus).
Moderna is pleased to provide you with an innovative suite of benefits, including:
- Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
- Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
- Generous paid time off, including:
- Vacation, sick time and holidays
- Volunteer time to participate within your community
- Discretionary year-end shutdown
- Location-specific perks and extras!
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.
By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.
As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.
Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.
Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!
Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
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. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.
Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)
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