Is Moderna a good company to work for?

Moderna has an overall rating of 3.2 out of 5, based on over 1,137 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 (38) , 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?

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Moderna reviews

3.2

41% would recommend to a friend

(849 total reviews)

Stéphane Bancel

46% approve of CEO

28% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Career opportunities

2.9

Culture & values

2.7

Work/Life balance

2.5

Senior management

Moderna has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 849 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Moderna employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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849 reviews

5.0

Feb 14, 2018

A truly exceptional place to work and grow

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

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Pros

A lot of biotechs claim to be dynamic, fast-paced, and exciting places to work, but Moderna really takes that to another level. The combination of funding, growth, and progress are truly exceptional, all built on a potentially revolutionary scientific platform. Those that relish the challenge and can deliver in that environment are recognized and can advance rapidly. It's also an amazing story to be part of and to observe from the inside.

Cons

The hyper-growth of Moderna created a lot of challenges, especially in the early days of 2013 and 2014. The evolution of the company culture struggled to keep up with that growth, and there was more turnover than was healthy. The culture is in a much better place now, but it can still be a challenging and demanding place to work, and that's not for everyone. Moving so fast on so many programs is exceptionally challenging, and sometimes decision making suffers.

Moderna Response

8y

Thanks for your review! I think you speak for many employees that have joined Moderna for our fast pace and amazing growth. You're right - we aren't for everyone - but we are a great place for motivated, dynamic talent that want to roll up their sleeves and be part of an industry-changing story. Thanks for sharing - April Eldred, Head of Talent Acquisition.

5.0

Jan 28, 2018

Excellent opportunity, exponential personal and precessional growth. An absolutely fantastic place to be!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Fast paced environment and exponential career growth. Moderna is such an amazing place to be for driven people who are looking to take the next steps in their career. Never have I experienced such talented people, such a rewarding environment, or such personal and professional growth. Fantastic place to work.

Cons

Such a fast paced environment isn’t for everyone. For those driven individuals who accept and embrace change and constant improvement, this is the place for you.

Moderna Response

8y

Thanks - we love it here too! While certainly aren't for everyone - those that join us love our fast pace, passion for the science, and feel part of something much bigger. Thanks for sharing your great experience on Glassdoor - April Eldred, Head of Talent Acquisition

1.0

Jan 17, 2018

Quality "Leadership" Recycled Failures from Alexion

Qa analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Free lunch nothing else that is positive about this company

Cons

Same micromanagers QA management from Alexion that lack strategic skills to be at a Sr. management role. Same unrealistic expectations like at Alexion late nights with emails flying after 10 pm to make themselves relevant and look like they are working hard. Overly ambitious mediocre backstabber that is all for herself and getting promoted.

Moderna Response

8y

Wow - thanks for sharing this. We definitely strive for a great work culture - and think we have it across most of the Company. Clearly, there are some challenges here we need to address, as your comments are pretty targeted towards a specific issue. Can you reach out to me at april.eldred@modernatx.com so we can discuss and address? Inappropriate behavior ("lying, and destroying the career....", at any level, is never tolerated here - just not cool.

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