Clinical Trial Associate, Clinical Operations, Infectious Disease

The Role

The Clinical Trial Associate (CTA) provides clinical trial coordination support to Project Teams for assigned clinical trial(s). This support includes tracking a wide range of key operational activities and maintenance of essential study documentation, including the electronic Trial Master File (eTMF). This position will work with internal team members and with external vendors and CROs. The position reports to the Clinical Operations Head in the assigned Therapeutic Area and will work cross-functionally and collaboratively to support clinical operations activities.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Assist the Clinical Operations Lead(s) (COL) and/or Clinical Trial Manager(s) (CTM) in the day-to-day operational activities of assigned trials to ensure study objectives and timelines are met with quality, in compliance with applicable SOPs and regulatory guidelines
• Maintain clinical trial files (including eTMF), project processes, tracking systems, and other utilized study or departmental systems
• Liaise with Clinical Sample Management for the tracking and coordination of biomarker testing with 3rd party labs
• Collaborate with Clinical Data Management and Digital Informatics to ensure timely training and access to Moderna systems (e.g., EDC, IWRS, ePRO, eTMF) for external stakeholders (e.g., CRO and Clinical Site Staff)
• Coordinate Project Team and departmental meetings, including associated documentation
• Assist with vendor / clinical site agreements, budgets and reconciliation / tracking of purchase orders and invoices for assigned trials
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders within Moderna, its CROs, and clinical sites

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications) 

• At least 2 years of experience in a clinical research environment
• Bachelor’s degree in a science-based discipline preferred
• Basic understanding of drug development, including familiarity with FDA and ICH GCP guidelines to ensure the appropriate conduct of clinical studies
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn, able to take direction and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Self-motivated and comfortable with shifting priorities and change in a small company environment

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 planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, 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 salary range for this role is $74,000.00 - $118,400.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

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. 

Our Working Model 

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. 

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. 

Equal Opportunities

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 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 an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

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 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 contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. 

Export Control Notice
This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.


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