(Fixed Term) Specialist, Validation (CQV)

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. In Laval, Moderna’s long term partnership with the Government of Canada is strengthening the country’s pandemic preparedness. Our mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will support rapid access to respiratory vaccines produced domestically. Through local talent development and research collaboration, we are building a strong mRNA ecosystem in Canada. Join us in shaping the future of biotechnology and healthcare innovation. Reporting to the Director, Engineering & Facilities, this role is central to sustaining the validated state of GMP systems across a cutting-edge manufacturing environment. You will execute and support Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities across facilities, utilities, equipment, and processes, ensuring operational readiness and compliance. Working as an individual contributor, you will collaborate cross-functionally while leveraging digital and emerging technologies—including opportunities to engage with AI-driven validation and data integrity solutions—to continuously enhance validation excellence. Here’s What You’ll Do: Execute commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) activities for GMP systems and equipment Support validation of facilities, utilities, systems, and equipment across the site Execute requalification and periodic review activities to maintain compliance and validated state Collaborating with Manufacturing, Material Supply, Quality, Engineering, and QC to deliver validation activities aligned with project timelines and regulatory requirements Support deviation investigations, including root cause analysis and CAPA implementation Author and review validation documentation including protocols, reports, and risk assessments Ensure all validation deliverables meet internal quality standards and are inspection-ready Support regulatory inspections and internal audits as required Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across validation and change control processes Manage and complete quality records such as Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPAs related to validation activities Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory expectations and industry best practices Scope and Impact: Contribute to maintaining site compliance and validated systems in a GMP environment Support multiple systems, equipment, and validation projects simultaneously Operate with moderate autonomy on defined assignments while ensuring high-quality delivery 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 Bring to the Table The position requires proficiency in both French and English due to interactions with teams, partners, and tools located outside Quebec B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline) 4–7+ years of experience in CQV within a cGMP manufacturing environment Working knowledge of validation of facilities, utilities, systems, and equipment Experience supporting deviation management and CAPA processes Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality work Strong technical writing and documentation skills Effective communication and collaboration skills This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work. As part of Moderna’s commitment to build a sustainable workforce, a minimum of 2 years of work authorization is required for this role. Key Competencies Technical proficiency Attention to detail Problem-solving Collaboration Quality and compliance mindset Communication skills Rémunération et avantages sociaux Chez Moderna, nous croyons que lorsque vous vous sentez au mieux de votre forme, vous pouvez donner le meilleur de vous-même. C’est pourquoi nos avantages sociaux mondiaux et nos ressources en matière de bien-être sont conçus pour vous soutenir – au travail, à la maison et partout entre les deux. Des soins de santé de premier ordre, ainsi que des programmes d'avantages volontaires adaptés à vos besoins spécifiques Une approche holistique du bien-être, avec un accès à des services de remise en forme, de pleine conscience et de soutien en santé mentale Des avantages pour la construction familiale, y compris un soutien en matière de fertilité, d’adoption et de gestation pour autrui Des congés généreux, incluant les vacances, les jours fériés, les journées de bénévolat, les congés sabbatiques, les journées mondiales de ressourcement, ainsi qu'une fermeture discrétionnaire en fin d’année Des solutions d’épargne et d’investissement pour vous aider à planifier votre avenir Des avantages et extras spécifiques à chaque lieu Les avantages offerts peuvent varier en fonction de la nature de votre emploi chez Moderna et du pays dans lequel vous travaillez À propos de Moderna Depuis notre fondation en 2010, nous aspirons à bâtir la principale plateforme technologique d’ARNm, l’infrastructure pour réinventer la manière dont les médicaments sont créés et distribués, ainsi qu’une équipe de calibre mondial. Nous croyons qu’il est important d’offrir à nos employés une plateforme pour transformer la médecine et une opportunité de changer le monde. En vivant notre mission, nos valeurs et nos façons de penser chaque jour, nos employés sont le moteur de notre progrès scientifique et de notre culture. Ensemble, nous créons une culture d’inclusion et bâtissons une organisation qui se soucie profondément de ses patients, de ses employés, de l’environnement et des communautés. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir été reconnus comme un des meilleurs employeurs biopharmaceu