Assoc Scientist/ Assoc Manager Immuno-Oncology - Immunohistochemistry

Known for its scientific and operational excellence, Regeneron is a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, invents, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines for the treatment of serious medical conditions. Regeneron commercializes medicines for eye diseases, high LDL-cholesterol, atopic dermatitis and a rare inflammatory condition and has product candidates in development in other areas of high unmet medical need, including rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, pain, cancer and infectious diseases.

Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist/Associate Manager to join the Immuno-Oncology team at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals as we make major advances in harnessing the power of the immune system to fight cancer. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing studies on gene expression using immunohistochemistry (IHC) and RNA-scope (ISH), and then assembling target assessment packages that integrate protein/gene expression data from various other sources including RNA expression databases, Flow Cytometry analysis, and others. The goal of this work is to aid discovery and validation of candidate tumor targets for internal studies as well as work with collaborators. Therefore, the candidate must have a strong background in cancer biology, immunology and histotechnology. The candidate must also demonstrate a strong attention to detail, as the results of the studies conducted will play an important role in decisions to advance new therapies to the clinic for testing in patients. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work in a team-orientated environment. The candidate must be a problem-solver, highly organized, and must be able to clearly and effectively communicate with R&D management and frequently collaborate with colleagues on the Immuno-Oncology team as well as colleagues in the pathology and molecular profiling departments.

Responsibilities:
- Work closely with lead scientists on team developing therapeutics to understand needs for target assessment.
- Characterization of novel immunotherapeutic target expression by developing and performing both immunohistochemistry (IHC) as well as RNA scope (in situ hybridization) techniques, which involves the following below:
- Use literature and internal RNA expression databases to identify cell lines and tissues where targets are expressed
- Perform cell culture and FACS analysis to establish cell banks for use as positive and negative controls
- Validate IHC assays using both commercial and in-house antibodies on automated stainers, including:
Ventana Discovery XT, Leica BondRX, Dako Autostainer Plus
- Perform multiplex staining and potentially fluorescence staining as well
- Assemble image data in PowerPoint slides in a timely manner following staining
- Perform image analysis on stained tissues-can use HALO image analysis software as well as collaborate with Regeneron pathology team
- Clearly communicate results to management and external collaborators
- Potentially manage R&D Associates

Requirements
This position requires a minimum of a Ph.D. (for Associate Scientist) or BS/MS and 8+ years experience (for Associate Manager) in a relevant field and experience including:
- Ability to independently characterize and validate novel targets, using the expression analysis approaches detailed above (IHC, ISH, Flow cytometry)
- Ability to independently design and execute experiments, considering appropriate controls, and prepare and communicate data in a clear and timely manner
- Ability to organize, multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Candidate should be competent in standard scientific software used for data analysis (e.g., Microsoft Excel), as well as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

This is an opportunity to join our select team that is already leading the way in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry. Apply today and learn more about Regeneron's unwavering commitment to combining good science & good business.

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