Senior Scientist, Discovery Pharmacology

Company: Insmed Incorporated
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: January 25, 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 seeking a highly motivated, organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate Senior Scientist to join our multidisciplinary team advancing therapeutics within the Immunology & Inflammation Therapeutic Area. In this role, you will lead the development, optimization, and validation of in vitro cell-based functional and translational assays; design, execute, and interpret microscopy-based experiments; and collaborate cross-functionally to support downstream analyses from in vivo studies. What You'll Do: Lead cell-based assay development, perform efficacy assessment across primary and follow-up compound screens, and support data-driven decisions for Insmed projects. Isolate and culture primary immune cells (neutrophils, hematopoietic stem/progenitor cells, mouse bone-marrow progenitors) and maintain common lines (e.g., PLB985, HL-60, THP-1, RAW264.7, Jurkat cells) and other relevant cell lines for in vitro/ex vivo assays. Plan and execute experiments using protein-based assays (e.g., Western blotting, ELISA, Luminex multiplex immunoassays). Perform immunofluorescence staining in cultured cells as well as immunohistochemistry on tissue sections. Conduct microscopy and analysis in partnership with computational scientists, help transition to a high-throughput, AI-driven workflow. Execute multicolor flow cytometry across immune and non-immune cell types, and perform high-purity FACS sorting of rare populations. Support downstream analyses from in vivo studies, including sample collection, processing, and ex vivo measurements. Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely electronic records of method development, experimental data, analyses, and summaries, and generate internal technical reports as needed. Perform data QC and statistical analyses to ensure accuracy, completeness, and validity, using Excel, XLfit, GraphPad Prism, and FlowJo. Conduct critical literature reviews to inform study design and program strategy. Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment. Present scientific results at internal and external meetings as needed. Who You Are: PhD with 4 years of experience in molecular and cellular biology, immunology, or a related field. Strong foundation and proven expertise in innate immunity, and in particular neutrophil biology, are required. Must have hands-on experience with cell culture and standard molecular biology assays, with deep knowledge of developing and optimizing in vitro assays to support target validation. Must have hands-on expertise in imaging techniques such as fluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy, and high-content imaging systems. Strong hands-on experience with immunofluorescence staining and immunohistochemistry is required. Clear, effective communication (verbal and written) and strong problem-solving skills are required. A high degree of organization and time management skills, with meticulous attention to detail to ensure clarity, accuracy, and concision, are required. A strong sense of enthusiasm, autonomy, and self-motivation is required. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team environment is essential. Must successfully exhibit Insmed’s five (5) core corporate values: Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect. Nice to have (but not required): Experience working with downstream sample processing from preclinical animal models is a strong plus. Experience handling animals and/or developing or evaluating animal models is a strong plus. Familiarity with disease areas including respiratory, immune-mediated, and autoimmune diseases is a strong 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: $127,000.00-165,500.00 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. 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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