Scientist, Biologics Research

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.

For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?

About the Role:

We’re looking for a Scientist on the Research/Biologics team to help us expand what’s possible for patients with serious diseases. Reporting to the Associate Principal Scientist, you’ll be involved in developing and screening novel gene editing therapies to support Insmed’s growing gene editing therapies pipeline. You will collaborate closely with peers across the research organization to bring therapies to patients in need.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to support Insmed’s early-stage research pipeline, turning ideas into groundbreaking medicines. You’ll also:

• Collaborate with peers within gene editing team and broader research teams to evaluate gene editing therapy candidate properties and function
• Participate in designing and producing novel gene editing therapies candidates
• Develop cell-based biological assays
• Author and review protocols, electronic notebook entries, technical reports, and scientific publications
• Maintain proper documentation of experimental procedures and results
• Communicate results to peers and management in writing and oral presentations

Who You Are:

You have a PhD degree in a Life Science discipline (must be conferred by September 2026).

You are or you also have:

• Expert knowledge and demonstratable hands-on experience in molecular biology including PCR, cloning, protein expression, mutagenesis, and genetic engineering
• Demonstratable hands-on experience with independent experimental design or assay development, including troubleshooting, optimization, and data analysis
• Hands-on experience with culturing different types of cells, including transfection and cell-based assays
• Entrepreneurial spirit, openness to learning, proactive problem-solving attitude, and strong willingness to take on new challenges
• Exceptionally self-motivated and independent, yet with a positive approach to teamwork
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Nice to have (but not required):

• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry
• Hands-on experience with NGS workflows including library construction
• Hands-on experience designing and executing high throughput screens
• Hands-on experience with protein purification and enzymatic assays

Where You’ll Work

This role is based in our Bridgewater, NJ research facility and requires full-time, in-person presence to support hands-on collaboration, access specialized equipment, and/or operational needs.

Travel Requirements

Minimal travel expected

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Pay Range:

$103,000.00-131,000.00 Annual

Life at Insmed
 

At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself.

Highlights of our U.S. offerings include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration

• 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance

• Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities

• Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back

Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan. 

Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.

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