Senior Automation Scientist, QC & Lab Analytics

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Rensselaer, NY is seeking a Sr. Analytical Scientist to join our Quality Control team on-site.

You will design, develop, and scale automated assay workflows across mass spectrometry, chromatography, bioassay, and ELISA platforms to support IOPS. You will lead method validation, troubleshoot systems, transfer workflows, and prepare reports and SOPs. Strong programming in Python, R, or VBA and hands-on experience with automated liquid handling (Hamilton/Venus,

Qualifications

BS/BA in Life Science and 6+ years of industry experience in analytical development, laboratory automation, and QC method lifecycle management (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Hands-on expertise in automated liquid handling platforms and associated software programming.
Experience in scripting languages (Python, R, or VBA) for data analysis, workflow automation, or system integration.
Knowledge of QC analytical techniques including mass spectrometry, chromatography, electrophoresis, bioassay, or ELISA.
Proven ability to work independently, design scientifically sound studies from broad objectives, and drive projects to completion.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize automated assay workflows across modern laboratory platforms, applying expertise in mass spectrometry, chromatography, bioassay, electrophoresis, and ELISA.
Set priorities, coordinate work, and track progress on analytical and automation initiatives against key milestones.
Design and execute studies to evaluate emerging automation technologies and troubleshoot existing systems with some to limited supervision.
Lead complex investigations into automated method performance, supporting verification activities and driving continuous improvement.
Transfer automated workflows to QC and partner functions by developing training materials, transfer plans, and acceptance criteria.
Engage cross-functional collaborators and equipment vendors to evaluate new technologies and assess their fit for QC applications.
Prepare clear scientific reports, automation procedures, and SOPs; communicate findings, risks, and mitigation strategies to management and cross-functional teams.
Bring hands‑on experience programming and optimizing automated liquid handling systems (e.g., Hamilton/Venus, Andrew+/OneLab, or Cellario) and scripting in Python, R, or VBA.
Apply strong troubleshooting skills across both analytical methods and automated instrumentation to resolve complex technical challenges.
Make sound, independent decisions and proactively recommend experiments or solutions based on expertise in analytical science and automation.