Regeneron
Tarrytown, NY
Shift: Full time
The Preclinical Manufacturing and Process Development department is seeking an experienced professional to operate, maintain, and repair automated low- and ultra-low-temperature biobanks with a total capacity of approximately 4.3 million samples, supporting research and development efforts. In this exciting role, you will be collaborating with teams to manage and distribute large collections of research samples using both manual and automated cold storage technologies. You will also propose innovative ways to sample management workflows, implement preventative maintenance strategies, utilize data-driven decision-making, and evaluate new technologies to advance the collaborative automation of cold storage systems. A Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like: Operate, maintain, and repair automated low- and ultra-low-temperature biobanks, ensuring continuous functionality and adherence to operational specifications. Collaborate with sample management teams, Facilities Operations, and HVAC teams, vendor, and additional stakeholders to support uninterrupted operation of automated biobanking technologies and timely resolutions when technical troubleshooting is required. Assist sample management teams with routine automated sample handling, distribution, and inventory management activities, which includes training team to troubleshoot equipment if/as needed. Proactively supervise, document, and analyze equipment performance to ensure systems operate within defined specifications and performance thresholds. Develop and prioritize recurring equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain system reliability. Identify and implement new strategies and technologies to improve sample management workflows, including automation improvements and novel approaches to data integration. Collaborate with IT groups to maintain and optimize existing software interfaces that support sample management capabilities, as well as platforms for acquiring, monitoring, and analyzing system performance data. This Role Might Be For You If You Have: Extensive expertise in automated biobanking cold storage technologies, with a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and control systems used in ultra-low-temperature environments. Proven ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair sophisticated automated biobanking cold storage systems, including robotic sample handling systems and associated software interfaces; experience with laboratory robotics and automation platforms is highly desirable. Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels within a matrixed organization, including technical teams, management, and external vendors. Preferred qualifications include demonstrated leadership abilities, prior mentorship experience, and a track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects or teams. This role requires a MS with 3-5 or a BS with 5-7 years proven experience. Experience with Liconic cold storage technologies and BiOLiX software is highly desirable. 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, addition