Senior Manager, IT Applications - Laboratory Informatics

This position manages a team responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, support, and development of Regeneron's IT Applications portfolio, including but not limited to Empower CDS, SDMS, and other business supporting applications. Responsible for managing the application portfolio and associated support staff, driving audit readiness and compliance, and ensuring systems are maintained in a validated and compliant state — with particular emphasis on data integrity and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. The role contributes to the strategic direction of the IOPS IT Applications function and collaborates closely with peer managers overseeing complementary application portfolios.

As an IT Applications Manager, a typical day might include the following:

• Manages a team of FTEs responsible for supporting and maintaining IT Applications, encompassing performance management, mentoring, coaching, and staff development.
• Works with staff in the development of annual goals; performs monthly performance reviews and develops annual performance evaluations.
• Works in close collaboration with peer managers overseeing different application portfolios to ensure alignment, shared best practices, and coordinated delivery across the broader IOPS IT Applications function.
• Collaborates with global counterparts to support and maintain globally deployed QC systems in a consistent and compliant manner.
• Drives audit readiness across the application portfolio; serves as a key point of contact during FDA inspections and internal audits, ensuring systems, audit trails, and documentation are inspection-ready at all times.
• Ensures all supported applications are maintained in a compliant and validated state; proactively identifies and resolves data integrity and compliance issues in accordance with 21 CFR Part 11, applicable DI principles, SOPs, and policies.
• Maintains responsibility for the accuracy of system documentation, including User Requirement Specifications, Design Specifications, Configuration Specifications, Test Plans, for validated systems.
• Manages relationships with vendors, including vendor performance, contract adherence, and ensuring delivery of services in line with business and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Develops and implements operational rigor using metrics and other operational controls; drives continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workflows, system reliability, and team efficiency.
• Contributes to and supports the strategic vision and direction of the IOPS IT Applications function in collaboration with key stakeholders, including IT leadership, QA, and business units.

This role may be for you if you:

• Recognize the importance of ALCOA+ principles and Data Integrity in Bio-pharmaceutical production, should display a high level of integrity in the performance of his/her work.
• Passionate about quality / right first time.
• Proven ability to support Applications in a highly regulated environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GAMP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Asset Manager Systems advantageous.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Possess excellent customer facing skills allowing comfortable traversing of cross departmental levels

In order to be considered for this position, you must hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Science/Engineering, Computer Science or related field and

• Manager: 7+ years of experience, 3+ years of managing teams.
• GMP Laboratory/IT setting preferred.
• Senior Manager: 8+ years of experience, 4+ years of managing teams.
• GMP Laboratory/IT setting preferred.
• May consider experience in lieu of education. Level is determined based on qualifications relevant to the role.

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, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

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