Associate Biotech Production

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc (USA); City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Family care benefits

Job summary

Regeneron is seeking a Biotech Production Specialist to join the Global Manufacturing team in Rensselaer, NY. The role involves manufacturing life-changing medicines in a clean room, with 4 x 10-hour shifts to support 24/7 production.

You will work on cell culture, monoclonal antibody purification, batch records, and operating bioreactors and chromatography systems. The environment is fast-paced and highly regulated, with collaboration across R&D and operations.

Qualifications

• HS diploma plus 4 years of relevant work experience required.
• AS/BS/BA in Life Sciences or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Covering all facets of drug production in a clean room, including cell culture and monoclonal antibody purification.
• Completing and reviewing batch records and logbooks in accordance with cGMP and SOP.
• Performing in-process sampling and analysis of buffers, cell culture, and drug substance.
• Operating automated equipment such as bioreactors, chromatography columns, and filtration skids.
• Supporting equipment start-up, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Partnering with R&D teams to implement new drug manufacturing processes and technologies.

Education

HS diploma + 4 years of relevant work experience

AS/BS/BA in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

Regeneron Biotech Production Specialist

Regeneron is currently looking for a Biotech Production Specialist to join our Global Manufacturing team. Regeneron successfully manufactures a range of biopharmaceuticals for patients worldwide, including our approved therapeutic proteins and those involved in clinical studies. In this role, you will focus on manufacturing life changing medicines for patients around the world while working in a clean room environment.

When & Where

We offer multiple shifts that are 4 working days (10 hours) to support 24/7 production. Location: Rensselaer, New York, United States. Occasional flexibility may be requested for on-call schedule/weekend work.

What you’ll do

• Covering all facets of drug production in a clean room including cell culture and purification of monoclonal antibodies
• Completing and reviewing batch records and logbooks in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Performing in-process sampling and analysis of buffer solutions, cell culture, and drug substance
• Operating automated equipment such as bioreactors, chromatography columns, and filtration skids
• Supporting equipment start-up, troubleshooting, and validation
• Partnering with R&D teams to implement new drug manufacturing processes and technologies
• Enjoy working in a fast‑paced setting where your priorities can quickly change based on the needs of the business and our patients
• Are highly organized, detail oriented and perform work accurately the first time
• Work well in both small and large teams to accomplish tasks adhering to a schedule
• Can operate in a highly regulated environment, strive to continuously improve processes and maintain compliance to manufacture safe and effective medicines for patients
• Are able to learn and use computerized systems for daily performance of tasks
• Are a good communicator and can give and receive feedback constructively

The environment and physical rhythms of the role

Gowning: Full cleanroom attire (Examples may include: including laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves and the use of sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA).

• Ability to remove jewelry, make‑up and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
• Ability to perform physical requirements for entirety of shift (up to 10 hours) in a clean room environment
• Some physical requirements can include but not limited to: bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving, hand manipulation and ability to lift/push/pull up to 50lbs

Let’s find out if we’re a fit

• HS diploma + 4 years of relevant work experience is required
• Or AS, BS or BA in Life Sciences or related field
• Level will be determined based on experience

Student & Family Support

• Student loan paydown program & tuition reimbursement
• Family care benefits
• Relocation assistance
• Inclusion, culture and well-being programs (including physical & mental health)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where required, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.

Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits.

For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (hourly) $21.78 - $46.59

Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for over 30 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA‑approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurology, infectious diseases and rare diseases. Regeneron is also proud of award winning culture of innovation, being recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, Fast Company’s Best Workplace for Innovators in 2020, and Forbes JUST companies in 2020, among others.