Senior Associate Scientist, RNA Therapeutics

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Tarrytown, GA

2d • $80,300 - $131,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Regeneron is seeking an Associate Scientist or Senior Associate Scientist to join its Nucleic Acid Therapeutics group and support drug discovery and technology development in oligonucleotide therapeutics, including siRNAs and antisense oligonucleotides. The position develops assays and performs high-throughput screening of hundreds to thousands of candidate molecules, collaborating with the team to advance oligonucleotide therapeutic programs. The role is onsite in Tarrytown, New York.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to independently execute and refine techniques with general guidance while managing shifting priorities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• 2+ years of industrial experience in a relevant field is highly appreciated.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Experience with automated or semi-automated liquid handlers, KingFisher, and QuantStudio.
• Knowledge of oligonucleotide chemistry and RNA biology.

Responsibilities

• Develop assays to enable high-throughput oligonucleotide library screenings.
• Execute high-throughput screening of hundreds to thousands of candidate molecules.
• Perform cell culture optimization, bDNA, RT-qPCR, cell line generation, and transfection optimization.
• Design probes and conduct compatibility tests, along with western blot analysis.
• Work with automated or semi-automated processes, including liquid handlers and instruments such as KingFisher and QuantStudio.
• Independently execute and refine techniques and technologies with general guidance.
• Multi-task and shift priorities based on communicated department needs.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, which may include annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and family support benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior