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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
Tarrytown, New York

Principal Pathologist

PathologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$151k-$246k

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Job Description

Build Our Future Together

The Pathology group within Regeneron’s Drug Safety and Pharmacometrics organization is looking for a Principal Pathologist who is excited to help advance innovative medicines from discovery through development. In this highly collaborative role, you will provide critical pathology expertise across the drug development continuum, including pathology peer review of Regeneron toxicology studies and close partnership with research scientists to support the discovery, characterization, and preclinical development of diverse therapeutic modalities, including large-molecule therapeutics, gene therapies, and oligonucleotide-based drugs targeting a broad range of diseases.

When & Where

This position will be based on-site in our Tarrytown, NY offices four days per week.

Discover Your Role

Apply your expertise in toxicologic pathology to help shape research programs that support the discovery and development of transformative medicines.

Serve as the study pathologist for in-house discovery studies and produce high-quality pathology reports that inform scientific decision-making and support regulatory submissions.

Provide digital or glass-slide pathology peer review for Regeneron toxicology studies conducted at contract research organizations.

  • Leverage digital image analysis, when appropriate, to strengthen study interpretation and scientific insight.
  • Contribute to the continued development of a forward-looking, in-house digital pathology program.
  • Present your scientific contributions through internal and external forums that support regulatory and discovery programs.
  • Contribute to scientific publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations.
  • Stay connected with the toxicologic pathology community through seminars, workshops, and conferences.

This Role Requires

DVM or PhD in Pathology

  • Board certification in veterinary anatomic pathology (DACVP or DECVP).
  • Experience at a contract research organization 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 off, and family support benefits.

For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit careers.regeneron.com. 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.

Salary Range (annually)

$150,500.00 - $245,500.00

Key Responsibilities

The Principal Pathologist will provide critical pathology expertise across the drug development continuum, including peer review of toxicology studies and partnership with research scientists. They will also contribute to the development of an in-house digital pathology program and present scientific findings in internal and external forums.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or PhD in Pathology and possess board certification in veterinary anatomic pathology (DACVP or DECVP). Experience working at a contract research organization is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
10+ years of experience

Key Skills

Scientific writing

Pathology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$198k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $184k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Below most Pathology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 213 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Tarrytown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$973k≈ 6.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,022/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
34 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

Biotechnology
Tarrytown, New York
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Annual Bonuses or Other Incentive Plans
Equity Awards
Pension or Retirement Benefits
401(k) Company Match
Health and Wellness Programs
Fitness Centers
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off