Location: Tarrytown,NY, USA
As Regeneron continues to push the boundaries of science to create life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases worldwide, we're evolving our capabilities to cultivate a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and compliance. In this newly formed role as Director of Occupational Toxicology, you will provide robust, scientifically-sound hazard analysis, risk profiles, and risk mitigation strategies for novel therapeutics handled in our laboratory, scale-up, and manufacturing settings. Success in this role will require partnering with our EHS teams and key stakeholders across Regeneron to support the evolution of our occupational toxicology programs and business strategies.This role is based at our Corporate Research HQ in Tarrytown, NY and is not open to remote assignmentsAs Director EHS, Occupational Toxicology, a typical day may include:Responsible for development and life cycle management of ADEs, OELs, and SDS documentation, including risk communication to all relevant stakeholders internally and externally for our proprietary molecules, potent compounds, marketed drugs, etc.Providing robust, scientifically-sound risk management processes to support health hazard assessment for employees handling of proprietary antibodies within the research laboratoriesUpdating and revising Regeneron procedures and guidelines related to health hazard assessments.Revising and/or developing hazard banding or default methodologies for early stage project in lieu of established health-based exposure limitsLeveraging expert technical advice in preparation of toxicology assessments in support of health hazard classification:Safety Data Sheets according to GHS and CLP, and Dangerous GoodsCollaborating with industrial hygiene network, operations, and R&D teams as part of a comprehensive occupational hazard evaluation, controls, and risk assessment.Assures appropriate reporting of safety data to support health-protective limits:Collaborates with colleagues in IOPS and Regeneron EHS to ensure that proposed limits and exposure controls are health protective and able to implementAble to evaluate appropriate data and a defined corporate process to communicate and mitigate risk.Prepares and reviews reports, memos, SOPs and regulatory documentsEstablish and maintain collaborative partnerships with leaders to ensure alignment of program and emerging risksThis role may be for you if you have:High level of aptitude in applying sound scientific principles to synthesize scientific and regulatory literature for a broad audience.Ability to analyze and identify data/process gaps and propose weight of evidence based solutions and approaches.Experience working within the pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry, including exposure to manufacturing processesAbility to work effectively with all levels of personnel across a global, matrixed organizationA proven ability to influence business process decisions across a variety of topics and audiences with differential subject matter expertiseExcellent written and verbal communication, with strong presentation, facilitation and engagement skillsExpertise within practices, procedures, and EHS concepts such as health and safety programs, hazard communication and laboratory safety.To be considered for this position you must posses a PhD in Toxicology with 10+ years of relevant experience in Occupational Toxicology or equivalent life science subject areas. Experience in ADC discovery and/or development. Awareness of potent compounds in regard to distribution, uptake, metabolism and toxicology mechanisms, and how this contributes to risk assessments and risk mitigation. Thorough understanding of the development of pharmaceuticals, therapeutic research and biologics.Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!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, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. 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)$176,900.00 - $294,800.00