Associate Scientist - DNA Core

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Equity awards

Health benefits

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our DNA Core facility in Tarrytown, NY. You will perform cloning, plasmid extractions, and sequencing, while supporting automation and data analysis as part of a collaborative team.

You will maintain records, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-growing, science-driven environment dedicated to patient impact.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a B.S. in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or a related field, with 0-5 years of laboratory experience.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with cloning and plasmid extraction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform synthetic cloning, plasmid extractions, and sequencing as needed.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and communicate clearly with leadership and team members.
• Analyze and present data.
• Support lab and equipment maintenance, including ordering supplies and reagents to promote a safe, efficient working environment.
• Maintain accurate, complete records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Perform laboratory work involving pipetting, computer-based tasks, and communication with scientists across Regeneron.
• Program, operate, and troubleshoot robotic platforms and liquid handlers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or related field

Tools

Cloning techniques

Plasmid extraction

Automation / Liquid handling

Scripting

Job description

Build our future together:

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking an Associate Scientist to join our DNA Core facility, a collaborative team that supports research across Regeneron through nucleic acid isolation and purification, gene expression and genotyping by real-time and digital PCR, synthetic biology and molecular cloning, plasmidDNA extraction, Sanger and Nanopore DNA sequencing, and serum chemistry analysis. In this role, you will complete assignments in a timely manner, follow established scientific protocols, and contribute to technology development and process improvement.

This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization focused on improving the lives of patients worldwide.

When & where:

Location: Onsite – Tarrytown, NY

Discover your role:

• Perform synthetic cloning, plasmid extractions, and sequencing as needed
• Troubleshoot technical issues and communicate clearly with leadership and team members.
• Analyze and present data
• Support lab and equipment maintenance, including ordering supplies and reagents to promote a safe, efficient working environment
• Maintain accurate, complete records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements
• Perform laboratory work involving pipetting, computer-based tasks, and communication with scientists across Regeneron
• Program, operate, and troubleshoot robotic platforms and liquid handlers

This role requires:

• A minimum of a B.S. in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or a related field, with 0-5 years of laboratory experience
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills
• Experience with cloning and plasmid extraction techniques
• Experience with automation, liquid handling, and scripting
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and record-keeping skills

Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively

Does this sound like you? We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. 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 necessary, 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
• 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.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

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

Salary Range (annually)

$70,300.00 - $110,100.00