Scientist, Oncology Bioinformatics

About the role

This role supports Moderna’s oncology pipeline by contributing computational analyses across research and preclinical development. You will work at the intersection of antigen discovery, tumor immunology, and multi-omics data analysis, applying established and emerging computational approaches to help characterize tumor biology and immune responses.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and integrate multi-omics datasets (e.g., WES/WGS, RNA-seq, single-cell) to characterize tumor antigen landscapes
• Apply computational methods to support antigen discovery efforts and investigate tumor-immune interactions and underlying mechanisms
• Leverage internal and public datasets (e.g., TCGA, GTEx, IEDB) for biomarker exploration and hypothesis generation
• Develop and maintain reproducible analysis workflows using Python, R, and cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in immunology, oncology, and translational research to support experimental design and data interpretation
• Communicate results clearly through presentations, summaries, and documentation to support team decision-making

Requirements

• Ph.D., or M.S. with 4+ years of experience, in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field
• Experience with high-throughput sequencing data analysis, including DNA-seq and RNA-seq
• Proficiency in Python and/or R for data analysis
• Experience working in cloud environments (e.g., AWS)
• Demonstrated ability to apply computational approaches to biological or early-stage translational research problems

Qualifications

• Exposure to immuno-oncology, cancer vaccines, tumor immunology, or computational immunology
• Familiarity with neoantigen prediction approaches, including HLA typing and peptide-MHC binding tools (e.g., NetMHCpan)
• Experience with immunogenomics resources (e.g., IEDB, TCGA)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

At Moderna, we offer best-in-class healthcare coverage, voluntary benefit programs, a holistic approach to well-being, family planning benefits, generous paid time off, savings and investment opportunities, and location-specific perks and extras. The salary range for this role is $121,600.00 - $194,500.00. 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.

Pay & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $121,600.00 - $194,500.00. 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.

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.

Our Working Model

We believe 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.

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.

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.