In vivo Scientist Research (part-time)
Insmed Incorporated

Job Info

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Company Description

Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees, and everything we do is motivated by a patients-first mentality. We are dedicated to growing our team with talented individuals from around the world who are willing to challenge the status quo, solve problems, and work collaboratively with a sense of urgency and compassion.

Guided by our core values of collaboration, accountability, passion, respect, and integrity, we aim to foster an inclusive, diverse, and flexible work environment, where our employees are recognized for leaning in and rolling up their sleeves. If you share our vision and want to work with the most dedicated people in the biopharma industry, come to Insmed to accelerate your career.

Recognitions

Named Science's Top Employer in 2021, 2022, and 2023

Insmed is dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where our team can thrive. Every day, our employees turn their passion for science and research into innovative solutions for patients. That's why we were named the No. 1 company to work for in the biopharma industry in Science's Top Employers Survey for two years in a row.

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We believe our company is truly special, and our employees agree. In July 2023, we became Great Place to Work-certified in the U.S. for the third year in a row. We are also honored to have been listed on the Best Workplaces in Biopharma™, Best Workplaces in New York™, and Best Workplaces for Millennials™ lists.

Overview

Insmed is seeking a part-time scientist for the pre-clinical in vivo pharmacology group with prior experience in the maintenance and breeding of highly sensitive genetically modified mouse strains. The candidate will be responsible for independently managing several genetically modified mouse colonies as well as supporting pre-clinical pharmacokinetics studies throughout the pre-IND phase for all Insmed Programs.

Responsibilities

Additional representative responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

• Independently maintain 5-10 colonies of genetically modified mouse strains
• Consistently track breeding success for each breeding pair, identify successful breeders to optimize breeding yields
• Set up large breeding cohorts to support study needs
• Handle biopsying and tattooing of neonatal mice, coordinate genotyping
• Perform pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies in mice and rats
• Effectively collaborate with team members throughout the research department to ensure optimal study outcomes
• Regularly review existing and identify new in vivo techniques to support program goals
• Author and review protocols, electronic notebook entries, and technical reports
• Maintain proper documentation of experimental procedures and results

Qualifications:

• High degree of experience with standard animal handling techniques
• High degree of experience with standard routes of administration (including oral, IV, IP, SC), standard fluid collection, and tissue dissection techniques
• High degree of experience with breeding, tattooing, genotyping
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects at one time
• Knowledge of IACUC regulations and scientific documentation
• Significant experience working in a collaborative biotech environment
• Entrepreneurial spirit, with strong willingness to take on new challenges required to bring novel medicines to the clinic
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

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 $86,000.00 to $115,333.00 per year

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.

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