(Fixed Term) Data Quality Control Specialist. Clinical Biomarker Laboratory in Harwell

The Role

Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients. Moderna is establishing a leading research, development, and manufacturing facility at Harwell to support onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases in the U.K. This long term investment will create skilled jobs and strengthen collaboration with academic, NHS, and government partners. We welcome experts ready to help expand access to life saving vaccines.

Within the Clinical Biomarker Laboratory, this role sits at the critical intersection of data integrity, regulatory compliance, and clinical development execution. You will act as a key quality control partner, ensuring laboratory data generated in GCP‑regulated environments are inspection‑ready, fully traceable, and aligned to regulatory expectations. Operating as an individual contributor, you will work hands‑on with complex datasets, laboratory systems, and cross‑functional stakeholders to uphold the highest standards of clinical data quality while supporting evolving digital and data‑driven capabilities, including exposure to advanced data tooling and automation.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to analytical data quality and integrity standards in accordance with MHRA, ICH, GCP requirements, applicable regulations, and established SOPs across clinical studies.
• Perform comprehensive QC review of raw laboratory data (paper records, ELNs, instrument outputs, and electronic files), ensuring completeness, accuracy, and traceability to source data.
• Review calculations and data processing steps, confirming mathematical accuracy, correct formula application, dilution factors, acceptance criteria, and statistical methods.
• Ensure all calculations are reproducible from raw data and fully documented, including manual and system‑generated outputs.
• Review laboratory documentation (worksheets, methods, SOPs, study plans, protocols, amendments, and source documents) for completeness, consistency, and compliance.
• Conduct QC review of LIMS (LabVantage) entries, including sample metadata, test assignments, results, status changes, and approvals.
• Verify accuracy of data transcription into LIMS and ensure consistency between LIMS, raw data, and source documentation.
• Compare laboratory outputs against Data Transfer Specifications (DTS), ensuring correct structure, formatting, units, terminology, and completeness.
• Verify transferred data accurately reflect approved results and meet study‑specific and sponsor‑defined requirements.
• Review study plans, protocols, and reports to ensure alignment between planned work, executed laboratory activities, and reported outputs.
• Identify discrepancies, missing data, or inconsistencies; document findings and issue QC observations in line with procedures.
• Communicate data quality issues to scientific staff and study teams; support resolution through corrections, deviations, and CAPAs.
• Ensure ALCOA+ data integrity principles are applied across the full data lifecycle (generation through archival).
• Verify compliance of electronic records and signatures with 21 CFR Part11, EU Annex11, and internal governance standards.
• Contribute to deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA development related to data and documentation issues.
• Support Excel workbook validation, including formula review, data integrity controls, versioning, and documentation practices.
• Participate in review of protocols, analytical methods, reports, batch records, and GCP source documentation using systems such as Excel, LabVantage LIMS, and Veeva.
• Support internal and external audits by providing data traceability evidence and responding to data‑related inquiries.
• Collaborate with QA and cross‑functional teams to evolve the Quality Management System (QMS) and implement risk‑based quality approaches.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to improve laboratory data quality, processes, and analytical workflows.
• Deliver high‑quality, detail‑oriented work with efficiency in a fast‑paced, highly regulated laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s / PhD degree in Biological Sciences or related scientific discipline, with strong background in quality data analytics.
• 3+ years of relevant clinical laboratory experience in the pharmaceutical industry or CROs including data analysis and QC review of data.
• Demonstrated experience performing independent QC review of complex analytical datasets, including reconciliation between raw data, processed results, and reported outputs.
• Knowledge in various lab‑based techniques such as LC/MS, immunoassays, cell‑based assays, cytometry, and other platforms for the investigation of biomarkers in clinical phase studies.
• Knowledge of Bioanalytical Method Validation for Industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of data management tools, electronic systems, and data integrity requirements.
• Previous experience working in GxP regulated laboratory is highly preferred.
• Hands‑on experience and knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004‑SI 2004 No.1031 as amended, the ICH Guideline for Good Clinical Practice E6(R3), and the Good Clinical Laboratory Practice guidelines: EMA/INS/GCP/532137/2010 and WHO, 2009).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Proficiency with statistical analysis methodologies is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, organizational ability, a team player attitude, and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while managing multiple concurrent projects and priorities.
• Ability to work independently while taking direction and adapting to changing study and business needs.

Site‑Based Requirement

This position is site‑based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full‑time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Pay & Benefits

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

EEO Statement

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.