Associate Scientist, Protein Characterization
Insmed Incorporated
August 20, 2026
On-site
Bridgewater, NJ
Clinical Research and Development
Responsibilities:
- Support formulation and characterization of biotherapeutic drug product discovery and development across therapeutic areas.
- Perform protein analytical techniques to optimize formulation and process to support development candidate nomination.
- Assess biotherapeutic stability as a function of formulation and process and facilitate tech transfer.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences (or related) with 4+ years relevant hands-on experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years.
Skills/Experience:
- Solid understanding of protein biotherapeutics, especially stability and formulation challenges.
- Experience analyzing proteins using standard analytical and/or biophysical techniques.
- Knowledge/interest in advanced analytical & biophysical techniques: DLS, SEC-MALS, batch MALS, circular dichroism, fluorescence, Amide IFTIR, DSC thermal stability, sub-visible particle analysis.
- Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks; strong written/oral communication.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, able to multi-task.
- Demonstrate Collaboration, Accountability, Passion, Respect, and Integrity; interact effectively in a dynamic, culturally diverse workplace.
Nice to have:
- Automated chromatography workstations (e.g., AKTA FPLCs) and multi-dimensional purification; scientific publications.
Where/Travel:
- Bridgewater, NJ; full-time, in-person. Minimal travel.
Pay Range: $103,000–$131,000 annually.
Application: Current Insmed employees apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.
- Support formulation and characterization of biotherapeutic drug product discovery and development across therapeutic areas.
- Perform protein analytical techniques to optimize formulation and process to support development candidate nomination.
- Assess biotherapeutic stability as a function of formulation and process and facilitate tech transfer.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences (or related) with 4+ years relevant hands-on experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years.
Skills/Experience:
- Solid understanding of protein biotherapeutics, especially stability and formulation challenges.
- Experience analyzing proteins using standard analytical and/or biophysical techniques.
- Knowledge/interest in advanced analytical & biophysical techniques: DLS, SEC-MALS, batch MALS, circular dichroism, fluorescence, Amide IFTIR, DSC thermal stability, sub-visible particle analysis.
- Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks; strong written/oral communication.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, able to multi-task.
- Demonstrate Collaboration, Accountability, Passion, Respect, and Integrity; interact effectively in a dynamic, culturally diverse workplace.
Nice to have:
- Automated chromatography workstations (e.g., AKTA FPLCs) and multi-dimensional purification; scientific publications.
Where/Travel:
- Bridgewater, NJ; full-time, in-person. Minimal travel.
Pay Range: $103,000–$131,000 annually.
Application: Current Insmed employees apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.