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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Sr Scientist (Metabolic and Muscle Diseases) in Tarrytown, New York
The Obesity, Muscle and Metabolism group at Regeneron is committed to developing transformative medicines to treat obesity, metabolic, endocrine and muscle diseases. We are seeking a very hardworking Sr. Scientist with exceptional expertise in integrative metabolism, energy balance and the interconnection between the brain and peripheral organs. The candidate will be responsible for guiding and implementing rigorous ground-breaking in vivo mechanistic studies for target discovery, validation, and novel therapeutic development.
Independent scientists with a strong command of neuroscience-based in vivo and ex-vivo techniques, metabolism, molecular biology and biochemistry to contribute to target discovery, validation and preclinical development for novel therapeutics are encouraged to apply.
As a Sr. Scientist in the Metabolic and Muscle Disease group, a typical day might include the following:
Independently designing, conducting, analyzing, and troubleshooting rigorous in vivo and in vitro experiments to drive projects.
Identifying and implementing novel areas, technologies and approaches for validating targets and modalities to support of development of therapeutics.
Synthesizing results across programs and communicating progress and discoveries within the Muscle and Metabolic Disease Group and across different functions.
Leading and contributing to multiple research studies
Proposing new research projects
Directly training, guiding and managing a Research Associate
This role might be for you if:
You are self-driven, team-oriented and productive with proven scientific problem-solving abilities
You thrive in a creative, flexible, team environment.
You are able to excel in a fast-track environment while contributing to multiple projects
You are a leader and enjoy driving ideas and projects forward
To be considered for the Sr. Scientist role, you will have a PhD with at least 4 years of postdoctoral training, or equivalent research experience, in Neuroscience or Metabolism or related field. Strong hands-on experience with in vivo neuroscience-based approaches including stereotaxic surgeries, optogenetics, calcium imaging and in vivo assessment of metabolism is essential. Broad experience in biochemistry, flow cytometry, molecular biology, in vitro and ex-vivo assays are essential. Research experience with brain IHC/ISH, adipocyte and/or neuronal culture, single-nuclei RNASeq and/or spatial transcriptomics is desirable. Excellent written and presentation skills are essential.
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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness centers and equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!
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Salary Range (annually)
$103,600.00 - $169,000.00