Senior Scientist, Obesity, Muscle & Metabolism

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Sr. Scientist to join Obesity, Metabolism and Muscle Diseases Group. The candidate will support identification and validation of novel drug targets for metabolic disorders. The successful candidate will be results-oriented individual with excellent problem-solving abilities who is flexible, team-oriented, creative and able to excel in a multi-project, fast-paced environment. As a Sr Scientist, a typical day may include: 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 This role may be for you if: You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment You are a fast learner and have desire to expand your skill set and learn new techniques You are detail oriented, well-organized and can multi-task You are a team player You have strong communication skills To be considered for this role, you must have: 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 Ability to independently design and perform complex in vivo studies, interpret data and summaries results Expertise in at least one of metabolism research area, e.g 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 Does this sound like you? 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The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc. Salary Range (annually) $109,900.00 - $179,300.00 Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for over 30 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurology, infectious diseases and rare diseases. Regeneron is also proud of award winning culture of innovation, being recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, Fast Company’s Best Workplace for Innovators in 2020, and Forbes JUST companies in 2020, among others.