• Job Description

  Req#: R14145

  The Role:

  Moderna is a fast-paced biotechnology company. The objective of this Internship at Moderna is to gain a high-level understanding of vaccine development, particularly in the areas of infectious disease epidemiology. The Intern will learn how a biotechnology company assesses and reviews epidemiologic information and data to inform the strategic direction of our clinical development programs.

  The Intern will work on the Infectious Disease Epidemiology team at Moderna. In particular, the Intern will support a Lead Epidemiologist on a variety of studies and projects to support the clinical development of various vaccines (e.g., SARS-CoV-2, influenza, RSV, CMV, EBV, others).

  This position will run from June 3rd-August 16th, 2024. You must be available and onsite for the entire duration of the internship program.

  Here’s What You’ll Do:

  • Learn how Epidemiology supports all phases of vaccine clinical development

  • Conduct infectious disease epidemiologic surveillance and research for one or more of Moderna’s vaccine programs (e.g., respiratory viruses, latent viruses, others)

  • Lead or support analyses and interpretation of observational data, such as electronic health and claims data

  • Support local evidence generation in critical global markets

  • Work alongside the cross-functional team and key functional leads.

  • Develop a base knowledge of mRNA drug development and decision-making for vaccine development programs

  • Participate in team discussions with other functions, such as Health Economics Outcomes Research, Integrated Evidence Team, Medical Affairs and Clinical Development Leads on evidence generation strategy and value proposition

  Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

  • Currently enrolled candidate for PhD, MPH, MS in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, global health or pharmaceutical-related field.

  • Epidemiology, biostatistics, and infectious disease modeling concentration, experience, or interest preferred.

  • Minimum GPA 3.4.

  • Strong interest in learning about epidemiology, biostatistics, public health surveillance, vaccine clinical development as a career

  • Must be curious, eager, open to learning, collaborative and independent.

  • Technical skills: MS office and especially excel. Able to use SAS or R to process and analyze epidemiologic data. .

  • Personal attributes: meets timelines, team player, ability to take direction, good communication skills, can work under pressure and meet urgent deadlines.

  • Authorized to work in the U.S

  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.
  
  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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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• About the company

  091 Moderna, Inc., is an American pharmaceutical and biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts that focuses on RNA therapeutics, primarily mRNA vaccines.

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