Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc (USA) Posted August 3, 2026

Senior Associate Scientist, RNA Therapeutics

Tarrytown, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

Build our future together:

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking an Associate Scientist/Senior Associate Scientist to join our Nucleic Acid Therapeutics group, supporting drug discovery and technology development in the field of oligonucleotide therapeutics such as siRNAs and antisense oligonucleotides. In this role, you will develop assays and execute high-throughput screenings of hundreds to thousands of candidate molecules, while collaborating with your team to advance oligonucleotide therapeutic programs.

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

When & where:

Location: Tarrytown, NY

Work model/flexibility: Onsite

Discover your role:

Develop assays to enable high-throughput oligonucleotide library screenings

Execute high-throughput screening of hundreds to thousands of candidate molecules

Perform cell culture optimization, bDNA, RT-qPCR, cell line generation, and transfection optimization

Design probes and conduct compatibility tests, along with western blot analysis

Work with automated or semi-automated processes, including liquid handlers and instruments such as KingFisher and QuantStudio

Independently execute and refine techniques and technologies with general guidance

Multi-task and shift priorities based on communicated department needs

Thrive in a fast-paced environment, staying detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn new techniques

This role requires:

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

2+ years of industrial experience in a relevant field highly appreciated

Ability to independently execute and refine techniques with general guidance, multi-tasking across shifting priorities

Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work well in a team

Preferred: experience with automated/semi-automated liquid handlers, KingFisher, and QuantStudio

Preferred: knowledge of oligonucleotide chemistry and RNA biology

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.

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Salary Range (annually)

$80,300.00 - $131,100.00

Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Tarrytown, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 389 comparable Senior Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research roles across 57 biopharma companies.

389Comparable roles tracked
368Currently active
57Companies hiring similar roles
21Countries represented

Salary context

175 of 389 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $80,300/yr – $131,100/yr
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Highest disclosed · Toxicology Senior Research Fellow · Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US) $232,000/yr – $348,000/yr
Peer group range $75,000 – $290,000 (median $159,125)

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