Senior Scientist – Protein Expression Sciences (Antibody Discovery)
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
Summary
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our Antibody Discovery team within the Protein Expression Sciences department. This role is at the forefront of early therapeutic discovery, where you will drive ongoing programs and analyze complex datasets to enable the selection of next-generation therapeutic antibodies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, coordinating screening campaigns, interpreting high-throughput data across multiple concurrent projects, and clearly communicating key findings to internal stakeholders. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights are essential for success in this role.
Job description
Discover your role:
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously within a cross-functional team environment
- Establishes and communicates timelines across research teams, both within and outside the department
- Analyzes primary screening data using a variety of software tools and selects antibodies with desired functional properties
- Ensures accurate and complete capture of experimental data in internal databases and repositories
- Presents results from antibody discovery campaigns to team members, cross-functional partners, and senior leadership
- Stays current with scientific advances in the field and contributes to team strategy
- Mines and summarizes data to support process improvements and enhance discovery pipelines
This role requires:
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience
- Enjoys working in a high-throughput environment focused on discovering innovative therapies for serious medical conditions
- Brings a collaborative, agile mindset and leverages technology creatively to accelerate drug discovery
- Has experience using modern data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., advanced Excel, GraphPad Prism, Spotfire, Power BI, or similar platforms) to explore datasets, generate insights, and communicate results
- Demonstrates strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with basic scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, R, or workflow tools) is a plus but not required
- Experience with laboratory automation and data management systems (e.g., LIMS) is a plus
- A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals is preferred
Additional qualifications:
- Working knowledge of immunology, including antibody generation, structure, and characterization (strongly preferred)
- Proven experience analyzing large datasets and synthesizing results into clear conclusions
- Experience with multi-well assays used in drug screening and high-throughput data analysis (preferred)
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field
- 2–4 years of relevant experience
- Experience in a high-throughput environment
- Experience using modern data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., advanced Excel, GraphPad Prism, Spotfire, Power BI, or similar platforms)
- Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with basic scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, R, or workflow tools) is a plus
- Experience with laboratory automation and data management systems (e.g., LIMS) is a plus
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals is preferred
- Working knowledge of immunology, including antibody generation, structure, and characterization
- Proven experience analyzing large datasets and synthesizing results into clear conclusions
- Experience with multi-well assays used in drug screening and high-throughput data analysis
Benefits
- Annual bonuses
- Incentive plans
- Equity awards
- Pension or retirement benefits
- 401(k) company match
- Health and wellness programs
- Fitness centers
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Family support benefits
Company overview
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is a leading American biotechnology company founded in 1988 and headquartered in Tarrytown, New York. The company specializes in inventing, developing, and commercializing life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Regeneron is renowned for its innovative antibody technologies and has developed several groundbreaking therapies, including EYLEA® for retinal diseases, DUPIXENT® for inflammatory conditions, and the COVID-19 antibody cocktail REGEN-COV®. The company operates with a strong focus on research and development across multiple therapeutic areas including ophthalmology, oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and rare genetic disorders. Regeneron's proprietary VelocImmune® technology platform enables the rapid generation of fully human monoclonal antibodies. With over 15,000 employees globally and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion, Regeneron has established itself as a major force in the biotechnology industry, consistently ranking among the top-performing pharmaceutical companies and maintaining a robust pipeline of investigational therapies.