Senior Scientist, Obesity, Muscle & Metabolism

About the role

The Obesity, Metabolism and Muscle Diseases Group seeks a highly motivated and innovative Senior Scientist to support the identification and validation of novel drug targets for metabolic disorders. The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented individual with excellent problem-solving abilities, flexible, team-oriented, creative, and capable of excelling in a multi-project, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement novel areas, technologies, and approaches for validating targets and target modalities to advance metabolic disease drug discovery
• Design and conduct in vitro assays
• Design and perform in vivo studies in animal models to support target validation and mechanistic understanding
• Analyze data and make scientifically sound conclusions
• Provide timely updates on scientific progress and communicate efficiently within the Obesity, Metabolism and Muscle Diseases Group and across different teams and functions

Requirements

• PhD with a minimum of three years of post-doctoral research experience
• Broad expertise in biochemistry, molecular biology, in vitro assay development, and in vivo techniques
• Expertise in at least one metabolism research area, such as diabetes, endocrinology, obesity, lipid and energy metabolism
• Strong understanding of human and mouse genetics is preferred
• Documented strong scientific record
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• A fast learner with a desire to expand areas of expertise
• Able to work well both independently and in a team
• Able to communicate effectively

Benefits

Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include:

• 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
• Family support benefits

Pay

$109,900.00 - $179,300.00 annually

Schedule

On-site