About the role#
This is a full-time co-op position running from January 18, 2027, to June 25, 2027. You will join the Biobank Operations team to support the quality, integrity, and traceability of biospecimens. This lab-based role offers hands-on experience with sample lifecycle management and laboratory automation within a regulated biotechnology environment.
What you'll do#
- Manage biospecimen receipt, documentation, storage, retrieval, and distribution following Standard Operating Procedures.
- Use the LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample tracking and chain-of-custody documentation.
- Support automation and robotics workflows for sample reformatting and storage.
- Handle biospecimens across various temperature conditions.
- Assist with study close-out, sample reconciliation, and storage optimization to improve operational efficiency.
- Identify and report discrepancies in labeling, inventory, or documentation to the team.
- Present project updates to Biobank and cross-functional partners.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s program in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
- Coursework or laboratory experience in these disciplines.
- Basic laboratory skills, including pipetting and sample handling.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex protocols.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- Interest in biobanking, clinical research, or regulated laboratory operations.
- Prior experience with laboratory equipment, automation, or digital tracking systems is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Norwood, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Note: This position involves access to technology subject to U.S. export control laws. Only U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible. Sponsorship is not available.
About Moderna
Moderna operates in the biotechnology research sector. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on the development of mRNA therapeutics and vaccines. It maintains headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and functions as a public company.
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