Chemistry Co-op

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply new synthetic organic chemistry techniques to design and prepare compounds for research programs
• Contribute to the synthesis and optimization of novel phosphoramidite building blocks
• Perform, analyze, and troubleshoot standard synthetic chemistry experiments and protocols
• Maintain accurate and thorough experimental records in electronic lab notebooks (ELNs)
• Participate in team discussions regarding synthetic planning, data interpretation, and problem-solving
• Communicate scientific results and findings through formal presentations
• Review and engage with scientific literature to inform project strategies

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior with completed coursework and laboratory experience in organic chemistry
• Prior experience in synthetic organic chemistry research through academic projects or previous internships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ChemDraw
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills to communicate scientific concepts
• Ability to work onsite full-time in Cambridge, MA for the duration of the co-op (July 13, 2026 – December 11, 2026)
• Must hold current US work authorization without the need for future sponsorship

Benefits

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, and volunteer days
• Discretionary year-end shutdown

About the Company

Moderna is pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). We are building a leading mRNA technology platform to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, aiming to bring transformative treatments to patients for serious diseases worldwide.