Senior Research Associate, Discovery Pharmacology (R)

Company: Insmed Incorporated
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

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 Senior Research Associate who will work with a multidisciplinary team of research scientists to investigate and advance therapeutics within the Immunology & Inflammation Therapeutic Area across several pre-clinical projects. This will involve assisting with tasks such as cell culture, in vitro hematopoietic stem cell expansion and differentiation, in vitro compound screening, performing enzymatic assays, ex vivo sample processing, as well as conducting various molecular biology techniques including ELISA, western blot, and flow cytometry. What You'll Do: Culture primary cells and continuous cell lines such as neutrophils, hematopoietic stem cells, immune cells, and/or relevant cell lines to support in vitro/ex vivo experiments. Develop, optimize and perform in vitro assays, including ELISA, to support compound screening. Conduct molecular and cell biology techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, and western blot. Process, analyze, and interpret complex datasets using Excel, XLfit, FlowJo, and GraphPad Prism to generate insights that support decision-making. Prepare concise PowerPoint presentations to communicate key data and findings. Maintain proper documentation of experimental procedures and results via an electronic laboratory notebook. Present scientific data and key findings at internal research meetings Prepare and maintain a constant supply of reagents, buffers, and other materials to support on-going assays. Who You Are: Master’s degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related subject area with at least 1-3 years of pharmaceutical experience or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related subject area with at least 3-5 years of pharmaceutical experience. Experience working with immune cells and knowledge of cell biology and immunology are required. Strong hands-on experience in cell culture and standard molecular biology assays, including enzymatic assays, flow cytometry, ELISA, and western blot. Familiarity with data processing, analysis, statistics, and data interpretation. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team environment, while also taking initiative independently. Must have strong organization, time management, and keen attention to detail. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present data and ideas. A track record of embodying Insmed’s five (5) core values: Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, and Respect. Nice to have (but not required): Experience working with hematopoietic stem cells is a plus. Experience working with cellular imaging instruments, fluorescence microscopes and qPCR in a plus. Knowledge of neuronal cell biology is a plus. Experience working with microglia/astrocyte co-cultures, neuroinflammation assays, and BBB models is a plus. Where You’ll Work This role is based out of our Bridgewater Research & Development Lab and requires full-time, in-person presence to support hands-on collaboration, access specialized equipment, and/or operational needs. Travel Requirements Minimal travel expected Pay Range: $80,000.00-102,000.00 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. 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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Insmed. Insmed will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Insmed will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Insmed and the agency has been established. The Human Resources department is responsible for all recruitment activities; please contact us directly to be considered for a formal agreement. 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. Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.

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