Process Development Associate

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

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Tarrytown, NY is seeking a Process Development Associate to join the Cell Culture Development Group within PMPD.

You will design bench‑scale cell culture studies, screen antibody candidates, and support cell line selection, media, and feeds to enable clinical and commercial manufacturing. The role requires 0–2 years in a lab, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate across functions.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering or Bio‑related Engineering with 0–2 years in a laboratory setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and record keeping abilities to accurately record, analyze, and document development data.
• Preferred: experience with mammalian cell culture and automation.
• Preferred: experience developing fed‑batch bioreactor processes, including optimizing feeding strategies and evaluating cell culture media and feed formulations.
• Preferred: experience with Ambr250 and with statistical design and analysis software (e.g., JMP).

Responsibilities

• Design and run bench‑scale cell culture studies in shaker flasks, single‑use bioreactors, and glass bioreactors (2L to 15L) to screen top antibody candidates.
• Support cell line selection and develop media and feed strategies that enable clinical and commercial manufacturing.
• Prepare media, feeds, buffers, and reagents, and operate and maintain bioreactor and analytical equipment.
• Analyze data statistically and keep critical data accurate and highly organized.
• Partner with colleagues in cell line development, scale‑up, purification, analytics, and manufacturing.
• Author development reports, complete electronic lab notebook entries, and review manufacturing records.

Skills

Cell culture

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Chemical Engineering or Bio-related Engineering

Tools

Ambr250

JMP

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 a Process Development Associate to join our Cell Culture Development Group within Preclinical Manufacturing and Process Development (PMPD), supporting our early‑stage development team in a non‑GMP, on‑site laboratory. In this role, you will develop production processes for monoclonal antibodies by screening top antibody candidates, selecting cell lines, and developing media and feeds, while collaborating with colleagues across cell line development, scale‑up, purification, analytics, and manufacturing.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast‑growing, science‑driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

• Location: Tarrytown, New York
• Work model: On‑site

Discover your role:

• Design and run bench‑scale cell culture studies in shaker flasks, single‑use bioreactors, and glass bioreactors (2L to 15L) to screen top antibody candidates
• Support cell line selection and develop media and feed strategies that enable clinical and commercial manufacturing
• Prepare media, feeds, buffers, and reagents, and operate and maintain bioreactor and analytical equipment
• Analyze data statistically and keep critical data accurate and highly organized
• Partner with colleagues in cell line development, scale‑up, purification, analytics, and manufacturing
• Author development reports, complete electronic lab notebook entries, and review manufacturing records
• Drive technology transfer through written process transmittals, troubleshooting, and on‑site support to manufacturing campaigns in Albany, NY
• Please note: this role requires weekend work and occasional travel to upstate NY

This role requires:

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering or Bio‑related Engineering with 0‑2 years of experience in a laboratory setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and record keeping abilities to accurately record, analyze, and document development data
• Contribute to lab equipment maintenance and safety to keep the working environment safe, effective, and efficient
• Work well both independently and in a team, managing multiple projects at once
• Strong initiative and drive to complete ambitious tasks and learn new technologies
• Foundation of scientific or engineering knowledge from academic training or experience
• Preferred: experience with mammalian cell culture and automation
• Preferred: experience developing fed‑batch bioreactor processes, including optimizing feeding strategies and evaluating cell culture media and feed formulations
• Preferred: experience with ambr250 and with statistical design and analysis software (e.g., JMP)

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, 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.

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.

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