Associate Scientist, Biologics Characterization Full-time NEW

Associate Scientist

Regeneron is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Associate Scientist to join our Protein Biochemistry team. In this exciting role, you will play a critical part in implementing innovative biophysical assessment strategies to support a wide range of drug candidate modalities.

A Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like:

• With supervisory direction and support, conducts biochemical and biophysical characterization experiments on therapeutic protein for late-stage development and regulatory submissions.
• Provide input on experimental design and suggest modifications in protocols or methods to meet the needs of a particular program or molecule.
• Will take on additional responsibilities in advanced method development to support efforts to enrich and characterize size/charge variants, protein-ligand complexes, and high concentration protein solutions of therapeutic protein drug candidates.
• Documents experiments, results and findings in electronic laboratory notebook in a timely manner; presents work at group and department meetings; contributes to drafting of protocols, method development reports, regulatory submission sections, and peer-reviewed articles for publication.
• Maintain instruments, troubleshoot instrumental/experimental problems, and order/maintain supplies. Keen to follow procedures, guidance, and best practices for lab safety.

This Role Might Be For You If:

• You have initiative and drive to complete meaningful tasks and learn new technologies.
• You can work both independently and within a team environment on projects simultaneously
• You contribute to lab equipment maintenance and safety to help create a safe, effective and efficient working environment.
• You possess strong organizational, communication, analytical, computer, and technical writing skills.

This role requires a BS/MS in Biochemistry/Biophysics, or related field plus 0-3 yrs+ experience. Technical proficiency in automated FPLC and/or HPLC (SEC, IEX, affinity), electrophoresis (capillary or microchip, SDS-PAGE, western blots), spectroscopy and light scattering is recommended. A fundamental understanding of protein structure/function, protein-protein interaction and general biochemistry preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working in the biopharmaceutical industry. Excellent oral and written communication skills and evidence of teamwork are required.

The ideal candidate must have strong initiative to complete tasks, learn new technologies, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning. This role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving R&D environment, operate effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment, and communicate clearly, transparently, and in a timely manner with key stakeholders.