Compound Management Scientist

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 four 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 are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Scientist who has either graduate level skills or a foundation level knowledge in chemistry, bioscience, or a related discipline with the aptitude and interest to develop skills in the storage, handling, and management of small molecules and oligonucleotides. This is an opportunity to train and become a key architect in building Insmed Cambridge compound management systems.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate across functions including Chemistry, Biology, Informatics and Lab Operations in the setup, organisation, and management of our compound inventory and data platforms.
• Develop, standardise and continuously optimise standard operating procedures for compound weighing, dissolution, tube labelling, barcode tracking, sample handling, and data integration into informatics systems.
• Manage and fulfill routine requests per the standardised workflows for solid and liquid compound samples with precise weighing, dissolution and inventory tracking.
• Prepare assay ready plates and format compounds as needed for screening and biological testing.
• Maintain accurate records in electronic data systems (e.g., Dotmatics) to ensure traceability and compliance.
• In collaboration with our Lab Operations team, optimize and execute protocols for compliant domestic and international shipments of compounds; ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, and registration of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot liquid handling platforms, dispensing equipment, and analytical instrumentation to support compound processing, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and minimal downtime.
• Proactively communicate with stakeholders and internal teams to keep everyone aligned on timelines, status updates, and potential issues.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety, and the maintenance of high-quality standards in all compound management workflows.
• Contribute actively to a collaborative, innovative, and improvement-driven working environment where new ideas are encouraged and shared. Communicate progress and plans to scientific teams and leadership.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• BSc in Chemistry, Bioscience or a related discipline.
• Some practical experience with weighing balances, fume hoods, and standard chemical handling and dissolution procedures, ensuring safe and accurate sample preparation.
• Strong numeracy skills with the ability to perform essential lab-based calculations such as molarity, dilutions, and weight-to-volume conversions.
• Comfortable with routine and repetitive tasks; maintaining focus, accuracy, and consistency in fast-paced environments.
• Enthusiastic about learning and working with informatics systems and laboratory automation to support modern scientific workflows.
  
  

Who You Are

Life at Insmed

Our research site in Cambridge, UK is situated in brand new labs and offices at the Babraham Research Campus—a leading hub for bioscience innovation and collaboration. Our team of biologists, human geneticists, bioinformaticians, data scientists, computational and synthetic chemists bring together a wide range of technologies and modalities to deliver powerful new ways of treating serious diseases.

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.

Our Offerings In Cambridge Include

• Flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration
• Competitive retirement benefits, global equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Career development through the Insmed Learning Institute, external programs, LinkedIn Learning, and role-specific training
• AI-powered and on-demand learning tools, including a digital assistant to help navigate internal resources
• Hybrid-friendly technology and IT support for seamless teamwork across locations and time zones
• Global recognition programs and Employee Resource Groups
  
  

Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan. 

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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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.