Microscopy & Imaging Science Lead

BioSpace; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 151,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist of Microscopy to lead the Microscopy function within Imaging Sciences at the Tarrytown site. The role requires PhD-level expertise, 5+ years in microscopy leadership, and a track record of growing a microscopy core facility.

You will drive technology adoption, mentor scientists, and build an integrated imaging strategy spanning automation, AI analytics, and translational imaging across Regeneron programs.

Qualifications

• PhD in a biology-related field with strong microscopy focus.
• Minimum 5 years postdoc/industry experience in microscopy leadership.
• Proven track record in microscopy-driven research and publications.

Responsibilities

• Define scientific direction for microscopy and cellular imaging across Regeneron Research.
• Identify and adopt emerging microscopy tech based on value, performance, and portfolio need.
• Translate biological questions into fit-for-purpose imaging strategies and readouts.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary microscopy team with a culture of rigor and collaboration.
• Oversee annual strategic, operational, and capital plans for the microscopy function.
• Establish governance, workflows, and service models to improve quality and turnaround time.
• Provide leadership across advanced optical, super-resolution, spectral, and 3D imaging approaches.
• Guide experiment design, data analysis, and ML-enabled imaging methods.
• Develop scalable imaging infrastructure including automation and cloud analytics.
• Integrate microscopy with molecular imaging and spatial biology platforms.
• Partner with discovery, translational, and technology teams to inform biomarker programs.

Skills

Microscopy

Cell biology

Advanced imaging

Image analysis

Leadership

Mentoring

AI in imaging

Strategic planning

Education

PhD in Cell Biology or related field

Tools

Robotic imaging

Cloud analytics

Job description

Regeneron is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist of Microscopy to lead the Microscopy function within Imaging Sciences at the Tarrytown site. The role requires PhD-level expertise, 5+ years in microscopy leadership, and a track record of growing a microscopy core facility.

You will drive technology adoption, mentor scientists, and build an integrated imaging strategy spanning automation, AI analytics, and translational imaging across Regeneron programs.