2027 Co-Op, Investigator Site Budgets & Contracts and Data Integration & Reporting

The Role

Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients.

Moderna is strengthening its presence in Cambridge, Massachusetts, home to our global headquarters and a center of mRNA innovation. Working closely with leading universities and research institutions, our Cambridge team advances groundbreaking science that shapes the future of medicine. We welcome talent driven by innovation and committed to improving global health.

This individual-contributor co-op opportunity within Moderna’s Global Clinical Operations Strategic Business Analytics team offers hands-on exposure to the financial, contractual, operational, and analytical foundations of clinical trial execution. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to support investigator site budgets, clinical trial agreements, study start-up activities, financial data management, reporting, and collaboration with Contract Research Organizations.

You will build foundational experience across investigator grant budgeting, budget tracking, contract management, Fair Market Value benchmarking, data ingestion, financial analytics, and business operations while contributing to projects designed to improve the efficient execution of clinical trials. The role also provides opportunities to work with evolving digital, automation, and Generative AI-enabled approaches that can improve data quality, reporting efficiency, analysis, and operational decision-making.

This opportunity is designed for a curious, detail-oriented, and organized college student who is eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Previous pharmaceutical industry or professional work experience is not required.

Here's What You'll Do

Support the Investigator Site Budgets & Contracts team with the preparation, review, organization, and maintenance of investigator site budget information for clinical trials.

Perform data entry, validation, and maintenance of investigator grant budget information using Excel and other internal budgeting tools.

Review budget data to help identify discrepancies, missing information, and inconsistencies for follow-up by senior team members.

Gain practical exposure to Fair Market Value benchmarking concepts and understand how FMV data supports investigator site budget development and negotiation.

Collect, organize, and analyze historical investigator grant budget information to support future clinical trial budget planning and financial analysis.

Analyze historical investigator grant costs, site attributes, and financial benchmarks to identify trends and support more data-driven budget negotiations.

Maintain trackers and reports covering clinical trial agreements, investigator site budgets, and contract negotiation progress.

Monitor key milestones and timelines associated with investigator site budget negotiations, contract progression, and clinical trial site activation.

Organize and maintain budget- and contract-related documentation so information remains accurate, complete, accessible, and ready for team use.

Identify outstanding items and track follow-up activities under the guidance of experienced team members.

Support the development and ongoing maintenance of Excel-based reports, dashboards, and trackers used to monitor investigator site budget and contract activities.

Compile and summarize key performance indicators, including contract negotiation cycle times, budget status, and site activation milestones.

Perform foundational data analysis to identify trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities to strengthen reporting.

Prepare summaries, charts, presentations, and other materials that communicate budget, contract, and financial information clearly to the team.

Support the ingestion, validation, standardization, and integration of investigator grant and clinical study financial data from multiple sources for departmental analytics.

Develop ad hoc and recurring departmental reports, dashboards, and customized data views that address business reporting needs, support investigator grant negotiations, enable study financial oversight, and contribute to departmental objectives.

Gain exposure to the systems and tools supporting financial data ingestion and analytics, including opportunities to improve data quality, reporting efficiency, standardization, and automation.

Explore how emerging digital and Generative AI tools can support data validation, analytical workflows, reporting, and operational efficiency while working within Moderna’s established processes and governance.

Assist with documenting departmental processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures related to investigator site budgets and contracts.

Contribute to projects focused on improving data quality, reporting efficiency, and the standardization of budget and contract tracking activities.

Participate in team meetings to build an understanding of clinical trial operations, study start-up, financial oversight, and cross-functional collaboration.

Collaborate with colleagues on special projects and other operational activities as assigned.

Develop an understanding of how Investigator Site Budgets & Contracts partners with Clinical Operations, Legal, Clinical Contracts, Outsourcing, and Contract Research Organization partners to support clinical trial execution.

Collaborate with the Strategic Business Analytics team on financial data integration, reporting, analytics, and broader departmental initiatives.

Build practical experience across financial analysis, data management, business operations, clinical research, investigator grant budgeting, contract management, and clinical study start-up while contributing to the effective execution of Moderna’s global clinical trials.

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

“We obsess over learning. We don’t have to be the smartest we have to learn the fastest.”

“We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.”

 

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

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program, preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.

No prior professional or pharmaceutical industry experience required.

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

Interest in developing Excel and data analysis skills, including working with spreadsheets, formulas, and data organization.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments with guidance.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and learn new processes and technologies.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and problem-solving skills.

Interest in learning about clinical research, pharmaceutical development, and the business operations supporting clinical trials.

Interest in learning systems and technologies that support data ingestion, data analytics, and the development of business reports and data views.

At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.

 

What You'll Learn

During this co-op experience, the student will have the opportunity to:

Gain an understanding of the clinical trial lifecycle and the role of investigator site budgets and contracts in clinical study start-up.

Learn how investigator site budgets are developed, benchmarked, tracked, and managed.

Develop practical experience with financial data analysis, Excel reporting, and business performance metrics.

Gain exposure to clinical trial budgeting tools, such as Grants Manager, and internal reporting systems.

Understand how pharmaceutical companies collaborate with CROs and investigator sites.

Build professional communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Participate in process improvement initiatives and gain experience working in a global, cross-functional organization.

Gain hands-on experience with data ingestion and analytics tools, financial data integration, and the development of ad hoc and departmental reports supporting IG and broader study financial analysis.

 

Work Environment & Supervision

The co-op will work under the guidance of experienced Investigator Site Budgets & Contracts team members. Assignments will be structured to provide appropriate training, clear expectations, regular feedback, and opportunities for progressive development.

The position is intended to be a learning experience. The co-op will support budget and contract activities but will not be responsible for independently approving investigator site budgets, negotiating clinical trial agreements, or making financial or contractual commitments on behalf of Moderna.

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.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us, at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes

Subsidized commuter benefits

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown

Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $60.00. 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.

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.

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.