Physician Scientist, Neuroscience & Ophthalmology Genetics

About the role

Translate human genetic evidence into actionable insights across neurological, psychiatric, ophthalmological, hearing-, and aging-related diseases. Design and interpret large, complex genetic studies while collaborating with Genome Informatics, Analytical Genomics, Clinical Informatics, and other Regeneron Genetics Center (RGC) teams. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Apply human genetics to target discovery, indication selection, and identification of patient subgroups likely to respond to treatment
• Design, execute, and interpret genetics studies alongside human genetics scientists, bioinformaticians, and statistical geneticists
• Partner with Therapeutic Area Genetics colleagues and RGC teams to deliver complex, high-quality scientific work
• Generate, summarize, and present findings to internal and external audiences
• Lead or contribute to scientific reports and publications
• Represent the TAG team in cross-functional initiatives across RGC and Regeneron
• Collaborate with external industry and academic partners in scientific consortia

Requirements

• MD or MD/PhD with a strong background in human genetics or genetic epidemiology
• Experience designing and leading human genetics studies that deliver medically relevant findings
• Knowledge of study designs and analyses such as GWAS, exome, or genome sequencing across cohort, case-control, or family-based studies
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex genetic findings to varied audiences

Skills

• Familiarity with statistical genetics applications (e.g., polygenic risk scores, quantitative trait analyses, Mendelian randomization) and programming/statistical software (e.g., Python, R) preferred
• Experience integrating genetics with other "omics" technologies (e.g., epigenetics, proteomics, RNA-seq) preferred

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.

Pay

Salary Range (annually): $176,100.00 - $287,300.00

Schedule

Work model/flexibility: Hybrid

Location: Tarrytown, NY