Senior Research Associate, Biology in Lebanon, New Hampshire
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Research/Development
Biotech Research, Research Scientist, Biomedical Science, Clinical Research
Location: West Lebanon
Senior Research Associate
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 on the Research Development Laboratory team to help us expand what's possible for patients with serious diseases. Reporting to the Scientist, you'll support discovery and development campaigns focused on next-generation biotherapies for serious unmet medical needs.
What You'll Do:
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, conducting molecular biology and protein engineering on a diverse array of biological drug candidates. You'll also:
- Design, execute and optimize molecular biology experiments to support lead candidate selection
- Validate and perform DNA based assays (DNA purification, PCR, and Quality and Quantification of DNA)
- Culture mammalian cell lines and conduct transient transfections of mammalian cells for protein expression
- Culture bacterial cell lines and conduct protein expression and purification
- Interact and collaborate with multidisciplinary team to advance the project
- Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely records
Who You Are:
You have a Master's degree in Molecular Biology or related field or a Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology or related field with minimum 2 years of experience. You are or you also have:
- Requires hands-on experience with routine molecular biology methods including plasmid cloning, PCR, and DNA isolation and protein expression
- Organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Nice to have (but not required):
- Hands-on experience with tissue culture, protein purification, enzyme assay, gel electrophoresis, and flow cytometry are strongly preferred
- Proficiency with SNAPgene, Graph Pad Prism/Excel, and relevant scientific software is desirable
- Experience with library preparation for NGS, DNA and RNA quality and quantification methods (Tape Station and Qubit) is desirable but not required
- Experience with protein binding kinetics assays (BLI, SPR, and ELISA) is desirable but not required
Where You'll Work This role is based out of our New Hampshire Research Development Laboratory and requires full-time, in-person presence to support hands-on collaboration, access specialized equipment, and/or operational needs.
Pay Range: $80,.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 Linked In 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.
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