Supervisor, Biobank

The Role:

Moderna is currently seeking an organized and detail-oriented Biobank Supervisor. The Biobank Supervisor will play a crucial role in the operational management of Moderna’s biorepositories. The ideal candidate will possess leadership capabilities, customer service orientation, and problem-solving skills. This position will be a full-time, lab-based role in Norwood, MA, involving activities related to the lifecycle of biospecimens, including collection, storage, shipping, receipt, usage, and destruction.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Oversee daily biobanking operations and ensure adherence to established protocols and standard operating procedures.

• Coordinate with staff to ensure efficient management of biospecimen lifecycle activities.

• Monitor and report on operational metrics and KPIs as outlined by departmental guidelines.

• Maintain and update departmental policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure ongoing quality and compliance.

• Facilitate the implementation of process improvements and equipment changes as identified by senior management.

• Manage study-specific timelines and deliverables, oversee supply inventory, and perform routine operational/administrative tasks.

• Support data reporting for biospecimen metrics and inventory queries.

• Identify and communicate operational challenges to senior management and participate in developing solutions.

• Adhere to GLP/GCLP standards, regulatory requirements, and safety practices.

• Perform additional duties as required within the scope of biobanking operations.

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

• Bachelor’s Degree with 3-4 years’ relevant work experience in a laboratory or sample storage environment.

• 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or team lead role.

• Knowledge of biospecimen handling and familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., CAP, CLIA, ISO).

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

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Experience with LIMS and freezer-storage software.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and consistency in routine tasks.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.

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.

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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