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Regeneron · 9 hours ago

Associate Director, Lab Orchestration

Regeneron is a biotechnology company focused on developing life-transforming medicines. The Associate Director of Lab Orchestration will lead the design and implementation of the orchestration layer for QC laboratory systems, ensuring a cohesive and automated ecosystem that enhances digital workflows and compliance.

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Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of the QC Lab Orchestration Layer, enabling workflow coordination across all Laboratory instruments and middleware
Define integration patterns (APIs, event-driven, message queues, file-based where needed)
Ensure scalability, resilience, and performance of lab integrations
Translate QC business processes into orchestrated digital workflows
Enable automated sample lifecycle management, test execution, result capture, review, and release
Support real-time and near-real-time data flow from lab instruments to enterprise systems
Assist in annual IT budgeting, vendor negotiations, and resource allocation
Ensure integrations comply with GxP, ALCOA+, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11 and data integrity requirements
Partner with Quality and CSV teams to support validation strategies (risk-based, CSA where applicable)
Ensure auditability, traceability, and controlled change management
Act as the primary integration point between QC, IT, automation, and external vendors
Evaluate vendor platforms and integration tools for orchestration capabilities
Lead technical discussions with system integrators and software suppliers
Support incident resolution, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement
Make decisions on integration patterns and drive a connected lab progression in 2026 and beyond
Ensure resiliency is incorporated into our architecture- as we move into a connected lab platform

Qualification

Integration technologiesOrchestration/workflow enginesLab instrument connectivityCloud architecturesGMP manufacturing experienceIT Compliance guidelinesBudget managementTeam management

Required

BS/BA in Information Technology or related field
10+ years industry experience in Information Systems and Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience
8 years of experience in managing employees and budgets
7+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment
Experience in a biotech/pharma environment
Knowledge of integration technologies: REST APIs, middleware/iPaaS, message brokers, ETL
Familiarity with orchestration/workflow engines
Understanding of lab instrument connectivity and data flows
Experience with cloud and/or hybrid architectures (AWS, Azure, or similar)

Preferred

Experience with IT Compliance guidelines including PICS, CFR21 Part 11, Annex 11 and GAMP

Benefits

Health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance)
Fitness centers
401(k) company match
Family support benefits
Equity awards
Annual bonuses
Paid time off
Paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave)

Company

Regeneron

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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative medicines.

H1B Sponsorship

Regeneron has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (157)
2024 (128)
2023 (128)
2022 (137)
2021 (104)
2020 (122)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$15.93M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
2024-07-11Post Ipo Equity· $2.03M
2023-10-18Post Ipo Equity· $5M
2016-08-22Post Ipo Equity· $8.9M

Leadership Team

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Aris Baras
Senior Vice President, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, General Manager, Regeneron Genetics Center
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Bari Kowal
Senior Vice President, Head Development Operations & Portfolio Management
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