Sr. Principal Scientist – AAV Core Lead – Regeneron Genetic Medicines
| Company | Regeneron Pharmaceuticals |
|---|---|
| Location | Tarrytown, NY, USA |
| Salary | $148300 – $241900 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Ph.D. and 8-10+ years of relevant experience or a BS/MS and 15+ years of relevant experience in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Gene Therapy or related field
- Strong foundational understanding of AAV-based gene therapies, protein and/or virus purification, chromatography, process development, and analytical techniques
- Experience managing a team (5+ direct reports)
- Experience directing the growth and development of processes and talent
- Experience working within or managing a core function or support group (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Directly supervise and manage Regeneron’s AAV Research Vector core
- Set priorities and goals, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, forecast demand, develop talent, and interface between RGM leadership, requestors, and team members
- Identify new strategies, instruments, and technologies to improve process yield, turnaround time, efficiency, consistency, and quality
- Collaborate with other Regeneron cores, technology centers, and therapeutic areas
- Contribute to departmental, cross-functional, senior leadership, and external meetings by providing expertise and communicating timelines, expectations, and vision
- Work closely with RGM teams to enable the next generation of gene therapies
- Provide technical support and assist teams within the lab
- Oversee lab activities and implementation of new technologies and processes
- Coordinate production teams to maximize effectiveness and streamline workflows
Preferred Qualifications
- Passionate about genetic medicines and supporting gene therapy development
- Enjoy being close to the bench but want additional leadership responsibilities
- Enjoy problem solving and adapting to new technologies and challenges
- Desire to provide meaningful contributions to the development of an organizational culture that supports growth and development of its people and capabilities
- Excited to mentor and develop team members, providing growth opportunities, fostering a collaborative environment, and engaging the team with the impact of their work