Process Development Engineer I, Purification Development

Build our future together:

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Process Development Engineer to join our Preclinical Manufacturing & Process Development (PMPD) group, supporting Purification Development in an on-site capacity. In this role, you will drive purification process development and support purification of various pre-clinical biological molecules, providing reagents for Regeneron's research and discovery groups, while collaborating with internal manufacturing sites on technology transfers.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

• Location: On-site in Tarrytown, NY
• Work model/flexibility: Onsite, full-time

What you'll do:

• Perform process development for pre-clinical and clinical purification processes
• Document experiments, results, and findings in electronic laboratory notebooks
• Read and interpret scientific literature and technical documentation, executing experimental plans to verify findings and comparing internal data against published research
• Maintain instruments and troubleshoot instrumental and experimental problems
• Develop technology and automation to increase process throughput and efficiency across preclinical manufacturing
• Present work at group and department meetings
• Build relationships within the subgroup to support shared goals, and may train peers or guide co-op students and interns

This role might be for you if:

• You enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment
• You have the initiative and drive to complete ambitious tasks and learn new technologies
• You contribute to lab equipment maintenance and safety, helping create an effective, efficient working environment
• You anticipate and recognize potential problems with lab supplies and equipment, acting to prevent and resolve issues before they escalate
• You stay current with SOP training and compliance responsibilities
• You proactively assist others in executing experiments and know when to ask for help from peers

This role requires:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field, with 0-3 years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry
• Strong fundamental understanding of protein purification and technology transfer principles

Preferred / nice-to-haves:

• Experience with Downstream Development and equipment such as Akta Avant, Akta Pilot, Akta Process Skid, disc stack centrifuge, depth filtration, tangential flow filters, normal flow filters, chromatographic columns, HPLC, UPLC, and ultrafiltration/diafiltration skids
• Experience with robotic liquid handlers, Raman spectroscopy, and/or software programming

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

 

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate.  The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.  Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually)

$80,300.00 - $131,100.00