Associate Scientist, Non Viral Delivery Technologies (Regeneron Genetics Medicines) 2

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Tarrytown, NY

41d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join the Non-Viral Delivery Technologies group within Regeneron Genetics Medicines. Our team works closely with all the other teams in the Genetics Medicines group to produce and develop lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) to support their programs. You will work on the LNP production core as well as conduct ligand targeted LNP development work. As an Associate Scientist, a typical day might include: Packaging various types of nucleic acids into lipid nanoparticles to support research projects across the company Performing, analyzing, and troubleshooting LNP characterization assays such as nucleic acid encapsulation efficiency (Ribogreen), diameter (DLS), surface properties (zeta potential), and apparent pKa (TNS) Receiving formulation requests for programs across multiple therapeutic areas from a central database and creating production schedules accordingly Maintaining an accurate and complete laboratory notebook that captures protocols, results and observations Participating and presenting in team meetings Performing cell-culture experiments to evaluate LNP potency

Requirements

• BS/MS in chemistry, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related field
• minimum of 0-2+ years of relevant experience
• Enjoy working in a high-paced production environment
• Have strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills
• Can work effectively doing independent lab work while also collaborating closely with external teams to coordinate studies
• Are passionate about the field of non-viral delivery

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with nanoparticle formulation
• Direct experience with Ribogreen assay
• Direct experience with Dynamic Light Scattering assay
• Industry experience in a core production role

Responsibilities

• Packaging various types of nucleic acids into lipid nanoparticles to support research projects across the company
• Performing, analyzing, and troubleshooting LNP characterization assays such as nucleic acid encapsulation efficiency (Ribogreen), diameter (DLS), surface properties (zeta potential), and apparent pKa (TNS)
• Receiving formulation requests for programs across multiple therapeutic areas from a central database and creating production schedules accordingly
• Maintaining an accurate and complete laboratory notebook that captures protocols, results and observations
• Participating and presenting in team meetings
• Performing cell-culture experiments to evaluate LNP potency

Benefits

• health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance)
• fitness centers
• 401(k) company match
• family support benefits
• equity awards
• annual bonuses
• paid time off
• paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees