Jobs in Stoke-on-trent

Sr. Research Associate, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays - Ligand Binding Assays

This role involves developing, validating, and executing ligand-binding and cell-based assays to support mRNA medicine development. The candidate will generate pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity data in a regulated GcLP environment, manage critical reagent characterization, and contribute to clinical sample testing using Watson LIMS. The position emphasizes scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and collaboration within a high-performance team advancing novel bioanalytical assays.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Research Associate, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves developing, optimizing, and validating molecular bioanalytical assays—such as qPCR, ddPCR, and RNA isolation—to support mRNA-based clinical programs. The scientist will work within GCL0-compliant (GCLP) frameworks to generate pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data, ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and adoption of digital tools and automation are key to advancing clinical trial execution and analytical processes.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

Analyst, Quality Control, Microbiology

The RoleReporting to the Manager, Microbiology, the Individual, will perform routine environmental monitoring (EM) and water sampling of the GMP manufacturing facility. The analyst will also support microbiological testing for GMP QC raw materials, excipients, drug substances, and drug product...

Moderna

Associate Director, CMC Regulatory Science, International

This role involves leading CMC regulatory strategy for global mRNA product development, preparing and reviewing regulatory submissions, and guiding cross-functional teams on compliance and agency interactions. The position requires deep expertise in biologics CMC regulations, particularly in EU and ROW markets, and plays a key part in shaping regulatory pathways across vaccines, oncology, and rare diseases. Based at the Harwell site, it emphasizes in-office collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Moderna

On-site Permanent

Associate Director, Global Regulatory Science, CMC

This role leads global regulatory CMC strategy for mRNA-based medicines, developing and implementing regulatory plans for international submissions. The individual will guide CMC documentation, interact with health authorities, and provide strategic input across product development stages, ensuring compliance with EU and global regulations. The position plays a key part in advancing Moderna’s pipeline of transformative therapeutics across vaccines, oncology, and rare diseases.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate, Drug Substance - Shift Position

This role involves operating and monitoring advanced production equipment for mRNA vaccine manufacturing in compliance with cGMP and safety standards. The Manufacturing Associate will maintain clean, compliant environments, execute production processes, perform equipment maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a highly regulated, digital-first environment. Collaboration with QA and cross-functional teams is essential to ensure batch quality and operational excellence.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate II - Shift Position

Operate production equipment for mRNA vaccines in compliance with cGMP and safety standards, perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate, Drug Substance - Shift Position

This role involves operating and monitoring advanced production equipment for mRNA vaccine manufacturing, ensuring compliance with cGMP and safety standards. The Manufacturing Associate will maintain accurate documentation, perform routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a highly regulated, digitized environment. Close collaboration with QA and cross-functional teams is essential to meet production KPIs and uphold process integrity.

Moderna

On-site Temporary Clearance Required

(Fixed-Term) Manufacturing Associate II - Shift Position

This role involves operating production equipment for mRNA vaccines in compliance with cGMP and safety regulations, performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. The candidate will work on the manufacturing floor at Moderna’s Harwell site, contributing to the production of safe and effective vaccines using cutting-edge mRNA technology. Emphasis is placed on digital proficiency, attention to detail, and active participation in a dynamic, cross-functional team.

Moderna

On-site

(Fixed Term) Manufacturing Associate I

Operate and maintain mRNA vaccine production equipment in compliance with cGMP and safety standards, executing manufacturing processes, troubleshooting equipment and digital systems, and supporting quality documentation and continuous improvement initiatives. Work within a cross-functional team to ensure timely batch release and operational excellence in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Temporary

(Fixed Term) Manufacturing Associate I

Operate production equipment for mRNA vaccine manufacturing in compliance with cGMP and safety standards. Perform routine maintenance, support deviation investigations, and contribute to continuous improvement in a highly regulated, technology-driven environment. Work collaboratively with QA and cross-functional teams to ensure timely batch disposition and operational excellence.

Moderna

On-site Temporary

Director, Resilience Lifecycle & Supply Chain Operations

Leads end-to-end product lifecycle management and supply chain operations across the UK, Canada, and Australia, aligning global strategies with local execution. Focuses on launch planning, supply chain resilience, cross-market coordination, and operational governance. Drives standardization, crisis preparedness, and continuous improvement through cross-functional leadership and digital transformation initiatives.

Moderna United States US$167,000 – US$300,700 pa

Director, Resilience Lifecycle & Supply Chain Operations

Leads end-to-end product lifecycle management, launch planning, and supply chain operations across the UK, Canada, and Australia, ensuring alignment between global strategy and local execution. Establishes governance, performance standards, and escalation frameworks while driving operational resilience, compliance, and cross-market collaboration. Focuses on S&OP, business continuity, crisis preparedness, and digital transformation through analytics and automation.

Moderna