Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 290 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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What Regeneron Pharmaceuticals INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles13 certified filings for “Associate Director Imaging” (Natural Sciences Managers) in NY: $201k–$281k, median $225k.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 290 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Regeneron Pharmaceuticals INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 13 certified filings for “Associate Director Imaging” (Natural Sciences Managers) in NY: $201k–$281k, median $225k. Most were filed at wage level II (69%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
Build our future together:
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. The Bioanalytical Sciences (BAS) Automation group at Regeneron is seeking a Laboratory Automation Associate. This position will contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of laboratory automation solutions within BAS. In this role, you will work with automation technologies used to streamline bioanalytical laboratory workflows, support automated assay development, and help ensure reliable and efficient laboratory operations.
When & where:
Location: Tarrytown, NY (On-site)
Discover your role:
• Working with integrated laboratory automation systems, including liquid handlers and automated laboratory instrumentation in a regulated environment
• Collaborating with automation engineers and laboratory scientists to develop, implement, and troubleshoot automated workflows for laboratory processes
• Developing and updating programs for automation systems, including debugging scripts, performing test runs, and supporting process optimization activities
• Performing manual and automated experiments to support assay development, troubleshooting, and automated process investigations
• Providing technical support and guidance to end users on the operation and maintenance of automation systems and laboratory instrumentation
This role requires:
• A Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering field
• 0–3 years of relevant industry experience in a laboratory environment
• Basic programming knowledge or experience
• Basic knowledge or experience with laboratory instrumentation
• Enjoyment of troubleshooting technical challenges and identifying practical solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset
• The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• An interest in laboratory automation and learning new technologies
• Experience operating liquid handling instruments (e.g., Tecan, Hamilton, Lynx, or similar platforms) and knowledge of integrated systems is preferred
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
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