Are you an analytical scientist who thrives on solving complex technical challenges in a GMP laboratory? Join Moderna's state-of-the-art Melbourne facility and contribute to the quality of next-generation mRNA medicines. We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Analyst to join our growing team at our state-of-the-art Melbourne manufacturing facility. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-driven analytical scientist who enjoys working in a dynamic GMP environment, solving complex technical challenges, and contributing directly to the manufacture of life-changing medicines. This role is part of our late shift team, offering candidates the opportunity to work outside traditional business hours while playing a critical role in supporting manufacturing and product release activities. The late shift provides greater flexibility, enhanced operational ownership, and the opportunity to work in a focused laboratory environment. The Opportunity Reporting to the Associate Director, Quality Control, you will be responsible for performing cGMP quality control testing and supporting Moderna's global stability programs. You'll work across chemistry, release, and stability testing activities, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and data integrity are maintained. As a key member of the Quality Control team, you'll collaborate with colleagues across Analytical Science & Technology (AS&T), Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain to support product lifecycle management and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality medicines to patients worldwide. How You'll Make an Impact: Performing GMP Quality Control testing using techniques including HPLC, UPLC, UV Spectroscopy, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), and plate reader assays Executing HPLC (AEX) and NaOH plate reader assays to support process and release testing activities Supporting analytical method transfers and implementation activities in partnership with AS&T teams Conducting routine laboratory operations including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, calibration support, and documentation review Managing stability program activities including sample set-downs, pulls, inventory management, labelling, shipping coordination, and LIMS data entry Monitor, analyse, and trend stability data to generate reports, protocols, study summaries, and technical documentation Troubleshoot analytical methods, assays, and laboratory equipment to support reliable and efficient testing Author and review GMP documentation including SOPs, protocols, reports, and technical records Supporting investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change control activities Assisting with internal, customer, and regulatory inspections and audits Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory performance and compliance Ensuring all activities are performed in accordance with cGMP standards, regulatory requirements, and Moderna safety expectations Your Background: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline Minimum 5 years' experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry Hands-on experience with analytical chemistry techniques including HPLC, UPLC, particle analysis, and spectroscopic methods Experience working within quality systems and regulated laboratory environments Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of FDA, EU, ICH, and other applicable pharmaceutical regulatory requirements Experience supporting stability programs, method transfers, or method qualification activities Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in laboratory settings Experience authoring investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and other quality records Familiarity with LIMS, electronic quality systems, and laboratory data analysis tools Excellent organisational skills and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional teams A commitment to quality, compliance, data integrity, and continuous improvement Why Join Moderna? Be part of a company at the forefront of mRNA science and innovation Work in a highly collaborative and mission-driven environment Contribute to the delivery of medicines that can positively impact patients globally Access opportunities for professional development and career growth Join a world-class manufacturing and quality organisation committed to excellence Additional Information This is a full-time, site-based late shift position located at Moderna's Melbourne manufacturing facility. Due to the nature of the role, remote work is not available. As part of Moderna's commitment to workplace health and safety, employment may be subject to pre-employment and ongoing medical assessments in accordance with operational and legal requirements. Pay & Benefits At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support Family building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown Savings and investments to help you plan for the future Location-specific perks and extras The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work. 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 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 committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment 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 and Adjustments team at [email protected]. - Our Mission and Vision At Moderna we are pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). This novel drug platform builds on the discovery that modified mRNA can direct the body’s cellular machinery to produce nearly any protein of interest, from native proteins to antibodies and other entirely novel protein constructs that can have therapeutic activity inside and outside of cells. We have a clear mission to propel the field of mRNA science forward and deliver new medicines to patients and a unique vision for how to achieve this mission. Our Mission: To deliver on the promise of transformative messenger RNA (mRNA) science to bring new medicines to patients. Our Vision: To unlock the potential of mRNA by establishing an ecosystem of teams and partners that will work together to develop the broadest possible array of drugs, across diverse therapeutic areas and routes of administration, for serious diseases that are not treatable today. Third Party Staffing Agencies Moderna does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. For the protection of all parties involved in the recruiting process, resumes will only be accepted from recruiters/agencies if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position. Unsolicited resumes sent to Moderna from recruiters/agencies do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter/agency and Moderna and do not obligate Moderna to pay fees if we hire from those resumes. Reasonable Accommodation Notice Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform the company's personnel representative by calling 617-460-9346 or emailing [email protected] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Return Home

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