(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate II - Shift Position in Oxford

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that is revolutionising medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programmes across various diseases. As an employee, you will be part of a continually growing organisation working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

Moderna's mission is to establish a leading-edge research, development, and manufacturing facility at Harwell as part of a long-term commitment to onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases. This initiative will create a multitude of highly skilled jobs and foster collaboration with academic, NHS, and government partners across the UK. We are looking for global experts eager to join us in this endeavour, contributing to a future where access to life-saving vaccines is a reality for all.

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Associate and digitally savvy Operator to join our mRNA vaccines production unit. The successful candidate will operate the production equipment, in accordance with cGMP compliance as well as health and safety regulations. The role requires excellent technical skills, a scientific way of thinking, a rapid learning capacity for new technologies in mRNA and meticulousness. The Manufacturing Associate will be expected to demonstrate digital proficiency, be comfortable working in a highly technological environment where their participation in improvements and innovations will be regularly required. This role is central to Moderna’s mission of producing safe, effective vaccines, and requires a balance of scientific understanding, operational skills, collaboration and digital acumen. The ideal candidate is a team player who will maintain meticulous attention to detail and participate actively in operational excellence in our fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do

• Adhering to Moderna’s safety procedures and maintaining housekeeping of assigned areas to ensure compliance and safety.
• Executing operations activities according to current good manufacturing practices (cGMP), standard operating procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborating closely with QA peers for timely closure of documentation related to commercial batch disposition.
• Participating in investigations (RCA) and CAPA tasks to address deviations and compliance issues.
• Utilising performance tools in collaboration with the team to meet operational KPI objectives.
• Responding to and troubleshooting routine equipment, process, and digital issues rapidly.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identifying and reporting compliance or health and safety issues to supervisors.
• Keeping training records and documentation up to date.
• Performing routine maintenance tasks (e.g., lubrication, mechanical checks, filter changes) using hand tools.
• Flexibility to work off-hours and overtime when necessary.
• Contributing to multiple projects and continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborating effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment.

Core Mindsets

• We pivot fearlessly: In this role, flexibility and adaptability are key as you will need to adjust quickly to new technologies and challenges within the rapidly evolving field of mRNA production.
• We push past possible: Success in this role requires a drive to overcome challenges and continuously seek improvement. The ability to move beyond comfort zones will be critical as you contribute to process innovations and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

What You’ll Bring

• A university degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent.
• Experience with filtration and chromatography, and cold chain management a plus.
• Experience in audit / inspection preparation, understanding Health authority and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to collaborate fluidly with peers, leadership and cross-functional support groups required.
• Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to Moderna's values of Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless, embodying these values in the workplace.

Moderna’s working hours and shift patterns are currently under review to best support the business when in 24/7 working operations. The below pattern will be used whilst Moderna are running manufacturing campaigns. Outside of this, the shifts would then revert back to a more standard Monday to Friday operational model.

24/7 Shift Pattern

The 2-2-3 or the Panama schedule is a 28-day rotation where each employee works a 12-hour shift every day. The schedule usually involves 4 teams who work for 2 days, then get 2 rest days, followed by 3 days of work.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs.
• 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.
• Location-specific perks and extras.

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

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 organisation 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.

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 committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.