Is Moderna a good company to work for?

Moderna has an overall rating of 3.2 out of 5, based on over 1,138 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months. 41% of employees would recommend working at Moderna to a friend and 28% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Moderna have been left by employees working as Co-Op , Intern and Senior Research Associate .

Does Moderna pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Moderna employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Moderna. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Moderna?

41% of Moderna employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Moderna 2.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Moderna?

Manufacturing Associate (51) , Research Associate (41) , Associate Director (39) , Director (36) , Scientist (26) , Senior Research Associate (26) , Manager (24) , Co-Op (22) , Manufacturing Associate I (21) , Engineer (16) , Senior Scientist (16) , Manufacturing Associate II (15) , Senior Manager (12) , Intern (11) , Specialist (11)

What are the pros of working at Moderna according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are great and the" ((in 210 reviews)); "Good Pay and all kinds of benefits" ((in 72 reviews)); "Awesome people and great science" ((in 71 reviews)); "good salary but that will soon dissipate" ((in 29 reviews)); "Team was great!" ((in 26 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Moderna according to real employee reviews?

"Management is poor and unable to communicate" ((in 56 reviews)); "No work/ life balance" ((in 55 reviews)); "Executive and senior leadership are wildly out of touch with the reality of the real work done by the great front" ((in 43 reviews)); "Hours are long and tiring" ((in 22 reviews)); "Inexperienced managers" ((in 17 reviews))

What are employees saying about Moderna layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Moderna layoffs and their outlook for job security at Moderna in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Moderna locations?

Norwood , Cambridge , Boston , Princeton , Burlington , Seattle , Atlanta , Chicago , South San Francisco , Bethesda , Washington , Greenville , Shelby , Dallas , Texas City , California City , Fremont , Las Vegas , Shrewsbury , North Charleston , Cam , Metropolis View

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Great Learning Experience with Opportunities for Growth, but Work-Life Balance Needs Improvement - Research Associate Moderna Employee Review

3.0

Mar 21, 2025

Research associate

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and stock options. Impactful Work: Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking work that has global health implications.

Cons

High Workload: Can be demanding, with long hours and tight deadlines, leading to potential burnout. Work-Life Balance: The fast-paced nature of the company sometimes makes it challenging to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Limited Flexibility: The role may lack flexibility in terms of remote work or flexible hours, depending on team requirements. Pressure to Perform: High expectations for results, which can create a stressful work environment.

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5.0

Jul 9, 2026

Qa senior specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

great benefits, great management, great food :)

Cons

Expected to stay online and be available as needed, even with no scheduled weekend work.

1.0

Jul 8, 2026

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Salary is above industry standard.

Cons

This is by far the most chaotic and dysfunctional organization I have ever been part of, and honestly the worst I've ever heard of. I can't believe how many new employees just hand back their signing bonus and leave. And good for them! The only reason anything gets accomplished in the clinical regulatory space is because the people who really believe in mRNA therapies stick with their therapeutic area and weather the storm of gross incompetence, bullying, and constant running in the wrong direction just because the loudest person in the room is always listened to, and she is never, ever correct. Their recent reorgs saw some of the most talented, experienced, and kind individuals exited by the company. They are thriving in their new positions. This place is NOT worth your sanity, peace, talent, joy, and you ARE going to be bullied and gaslit. All the negative reviews on Glassdoor are on the money. There is no reason to join this organization unless you genuinely have no regard for other employees, are just a ladder climber, and want to make some extra cash and stock options.

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