Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees, and everything we do is motivated by a patients-first mentality. We are dedicated to growing our team with talented individuals from around the world who are willing to challenge the status quo, solve problems, and work collaboratively with a sense of urgency and compassion.
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Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated molecular and cellular biologist or biotechnologist to support discovery and development campaigns focused on next-generation biotherapies for serious unmet medical needs. The candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team, conducting molecular biology and protein engineering on a diverse array of biological drug candidates.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Design, optimize , and execute molecular biology experiments to support lead candidate selection .
Optimize and perform DNA based assays (PCR and DNA purification, quantification, and QC analyses).
Culture mammalian cell lines and conduct transient transfections of mammalian cells for protein expression.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance projects.
Maintain accurate , detailed, and timely records.
Qualifications
Requires a minimum of a Masters' degree in molecular biology or related field or a Bachelors' degree with at least 2 years of experience.
Requires expertise with routine molecular biology methods including PCR, DNA isolation, and molecular cloning.
Proficiency with SNAPgene, Graphpad Prism, Excel, or similar scientific software is required.
Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, protein purification, enzyme assays, and protein gel electrophoresis are strongly preferred.
Experience with recombinant protein expression and purification preferred.
Experience with flow cytometry desirable but not required.
DNA and RNA quantification and quality assessment methodologies (e.g., TapeStation or Qubit) desirable but not required.
Experience with library preparation for NGS desirable but not required.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize among diverse tasks are a must.
Travel Requirements
Minimal
Salary Range
$80,000 - $105,800 a year
Compensation & Benefits
We're committed to investing in every team member's total well-being, now and in the future. We offer a competitive total-rewards package to all employees around the world, including:
Flexible approach to where and how we work, regionally based
Competitive compensation package including bonus
Stock options and RSU awards
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible Vacation Policy
Generous paid holiday schedule and winter break
ADDITIONAL U.S. BENEFITS:
401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
Unique offerings of pet, legal, and supplemental life insurance
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental Health on-line digital resource
Well-being reimbursement
Paid leave benefits for new parents
Paid time off to volunteer
On-site, no-cost fitness center at our U.S. headquarters
Additional Information
Insmed Incorporated is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Insmed is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us by email at TotalRewards@insmed.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.
