Job Details Company Description 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 Insmed is seeking a Senior Research Associate with significant experience with droplet digital PCR (ddPCR). This individual will be responsible for design and development of ddPCR assays, quantitating DNA and mRNA both in vitro and from in vivo samples. Additionally, this person will document methods and studies and participate in the technical transfer of assays to third party contractors. Depending on experience, the Sr Research Associate will expand molecular and product specific assay development working with the analytical development team. Beyond ddPCR expertise, general cellular and molecular biology proficiency is advantageous to the company. Skills such as western blot, cloning, general mammalian cell culture, and transfection will be considered advantageous.
Responsibilities - Mastery and execution of ddPCR assays developed in partnership with supervisor.
- Following protocols and SOPs related to ddPCR lab work with in vitro and in vivo samples.
- Extraction of DNA and RNA from samples for analysis.
- Documentation of results in appropriate formats provided by supervisor.
Qualifications: - Bachelors' degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field. Graduate degree holders are encouraged to apply.
- Significant and demonstrated experience in operation of BioRad ddPCR equipment (QX200), as well as assay development, optimization, and interpretation.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to interact professionally with colleagues and present research results in written reports and team presentations.
- Willingness to learn new techniques and train other laboratory staff in technical matters.
- Entrepreneurial spirit, with strong willingness to take on new challenges required to bring novel medicines to the clinic.
- Strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety guidelines.
Salary Range $80,000 - $105,800 a year
Compensation & Benefits At Insmed, we're committed to investing in every team member's total well-being, now and in the future. Our benefit programs vary by country but we offer the following to all Insmed team members, regardless of geographic location:
- Flexible approach to how we work
- Health benefits and time-off plans
- Competitive compensation package, including bonus
- Equity Awards (Long-Term Incentives)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
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Additional Information Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.
