# Sr. Research Associate, RNA Innovation

Hiring organization: [Moderna](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/moderna)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/27e8c939-b03a-4510-9d1f-e5af633f3712

Listed on Moderna's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Salary: 74000 – 118400 USD per year

## Summary

This early-stage research role at Moderna focuses on understanding how RNA modifications affect mRNA behavior through biochemical experiments and cell-based studies. The position suits laboratory scientists with a background in nucleic acid chemistry or molecular biology who want to contribute to transformative medicine development.

_Our summary, not Moderna's wording._

## Required

- Master's degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years of laboratory experience
- Knowledge of nucleic acid biochemistry and chemical biology
- Hands-on experience working with RNA
- Currently authorized to work in the United States
- Full-time on-site presence in Cambridge, MA

## Nice to have

- 3-5 years of total experience
- Mammalian cell culture experience
- Familiarity with analytical approaches for RNA analysis
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and in dynamic cross-functional teams
- Quick aptitude for learning new scientific techniques

Apply on Moderna's site: https://modernatx.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/M_tx/job/Cambridge-Massachusetts/Senior-Research-Associate--RNA-Innovation_R19244-1