Data Scientist, CMC Data Science

The Role

Join the Quantitative Sciences department in our mission to democratize impactful and high-quality data solutions across CMC functions, enabling data-driven decisions that advance the development and manufacturing of mRNA medicines. In this position within the CMC Data Science group, you will lead process data-driven projects for Individualized Neoantigen Therapies, working closely with stakeholders in Digital, Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Science and Technology, and Technical Development. Focus areas will include but not be limited to process monitoring advancement, operational and predictive models, and near real time tools for statistical analysis and data visualization.

The ideal candidate will digitize everywhere to bring quantitative solutions to life, acting as a bridge between technical challenges and digital solutions. They will communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with both digital enablement teams and operations focused teams to ensure seamless integration and execution. They will play a key role in championing data-driven strategies and best practices to foster a culture where data is central to decision-making processes.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Represent the CMC data science organization by partnering with Individualized Neoantigen Therapy operations to enable data driven business processes and analysis

• Lead the successful implementation of new process analytics tools through cross-functional collaboration focused on requirements, design, and maintenance

• Advance and streamline automated process monitoring and CPV methodology

• Develop and maintain operational and investigational models to support manufacturing and development activities utilizing multivariate and machine learning techniques

• Champion best practices organizationally in the data creation, pipelining, and utilization lifecycle

• Provide SME knowledge for tool development and investigational support including advanced data manipulation, visualization, modeling, and interpretation

• Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• MS/PhD in a quantitative or scientific discipline (e.g. engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science) with 1-3+ (PhD), 4-6+ (MS) or 6-8+ (BS) years of relevant data science/analytics experience in the biopharmaceutical industry

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written

• Meaningful experience deploying robust pipelines utilizing living data sources and cloud-based data warehouse technology

• Deep understanding of control charts, process capability, multivariate analysis, and regression modeling

• Advanced skill with programming languages (R, Python, SQL, etc.) and statistical software packages (JMP, Statistica, Minitab, etc.)

• Experienced with business informatics tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Spotfire, SIMCA)

• Strong preference for experience in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, as well as experience with GMP data sources and applications

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes 
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  •    Vacation, sick time and holidays
  •    Volunteer time to participate within your community
  •    Discretionary year-end shutdown
  •    Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• 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 contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.  (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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