Research Associate Gene Therapy
Overview
This position is based in San Diego, CA. Depending on experience, the scientist will expand molecular and product specific assay development working with the Gene Therapy Research and Development team. General cellular and molecular biology proficiency (including experience with PCR and Western Blot) is required. Skills such as, histology, cloning, general mammalian cell culture, transfection and familiarity with in vivo rodent models will be considered advantageous. • This is a non-supervisory position.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities: Representative responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
• Molecular biology (cloning, restriction digests) under the supervision of a senior scientist
• Protein science, including western blot
• Cell culture, sterile technique, and transfection
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field. Graduate degree holders are encouraged to apply.
• 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.
Travel Requirements: Minimal travel
Salary Range
Insmed takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
The base salary range for this job is from $66,000.00 to $87,333.00 per year
Compensation & Benefits
We’re committed to investing in every team member’s total well-being, now and in the future. We offer a competitive total-rewards package to all employees around the world, including:
- Flexible approach to where and how we work
- Competitive compensation package including bonus.
- Stock options and RSU awards
- Employee stock purchase plan
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Professional Judgment Vacation Policy
- 11 paid holidays per year and Winter Break (typically between Christmas and New Year’s Day).
ADDITIONAL U.S. BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company-provided short- and long-term disability plans
- Company-provided life insurance
- Unique offerings of pet, legal, and supplemental life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Accident and Hospital Indemnity plans
- Supplemental AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental Health on-line digital resource
- On-site, no-cost fitness center at our U.S. headquarters
- Paid time off to volunteer
Additional Information
Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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.
Applications are accepted until the position is filled.