Insmed Incorporated · 19 hours ago
Associate Scientist, Gene Therapy
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $119K/yr
3+ years expInsmed Incorporated is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases. They are seeking an Associate Scientist with expertise in droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) to design and develop assays, quantitate DNA and mRNA, and document methods and studies for technical transfer.
BiotechnologyMedicalPharmaceutical
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, RNA and protein from samples for analysis
Western Blotting (traditional Western Blotting and automated quantitative Western)
Documentation of results in appropriate formats provided by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biology, or similar field of study and 5+ years of industry experience or Master's degree in Biology and 3+ years of industry experience
Significant and demonstrated experience in operation of BioRad ddPCR equipment (QX200, QX1), as well as assay development and optimization, assay interpretation
Organization of experiments and protocol writeups for developing R&D experiments
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
Preferred
Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices and Good Laboratory Practices (GxP) is a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Insmed Incorporated
Insmed is a people-first global biopharmaceutical company striving to deliver first- and best-in-class therapies to transform the lives of patients facing serious diseases.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.56BKey Investors
CureDuchenne Ventures
2025-06-11Post Ipo Equity· $750M
2024-05-30Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2023-05-08Post Ipo Equity· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Will Lewis
Chairman and Chief Executive officer
Walter R. Perkins
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2026-01-03
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