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:
Consistently Ranked Science’s Top Employer
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’ve been named the No. 1 company to work for in the biopharma industry in Science’s Top Employers survey for four years in a row.

A CERTIFIED GREAT PLACE TO WORK®

We believe our company is truly special, and our employees agree. In July 2024, we became Great Place to Work-certified in the U.S. for the fourth year in a row. We are also honored to have been listed on the Best Workplaces in Biopharma™, Best Workplaces in New York™, PEOPLE® Companies That Care, Best Workplaces for Women™, Best Workplaces for Millennials™, and Best Medium Workplaces™ lists.

Summary: We are seeking an innovative and self-motivated medicinal / synthetic chemistry lead to join and help us build our discovery team, contributing to team growth, expansion of our internal capabilities and progression of our novel project pipeline. This role plays a pivotal part in supporting the design and synthesis of novel molecules to translate our groundbreaking biological discoveries into pioneering medicines. It presents an outstanding opportunity to thrive within an exciting, next-generation therapeutics environment. The work pace is dynamic, swift, and engaging. Responsibilities:

• Assume a vital role as a medicinal / synthetic chemistry lead, contributing to the establishment of a dynamic discovery group
• Lead chemistry teams supporting projects from concept to clinic, ensuring alignment with overall program goals and timelines
• Apply efficient and creative methodologies to complete hit-to-candidate medicinal chemistry campaigns to the highest standards and in short timescales
• Utilise in-silico and synthetic techniques to drive drug design, positively impacting progression of medicinal chemistry programs
• Be aware of external technology developments and opportunities for collaboration to enhance the development of company capabilities
• Manage, inspire and empower a team of skilled chemists, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment

What we are looking for:

• A synthetic/medicinal chemistry lead with an MSc or PhD qualification, with significant experience (7+ years) within biotech or pharma.
• A demonstrated ability to lead change and work creatively to solve complex synthetic and medicinal chemistry challenges, drawing on a broad knowledge of organic synthesis, practical and analytical techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, working collaboratively across diverse groups to define project strategy and develop plans to impact drug discovery programs. Proactivity in maintaining awareness of advances in synthetic, drug design and testing and in identifying opportunities to publish scientific progress and expand capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and manage scientists, supporting their development.
• This role will require you to work from our brand-new state-of-the-art offices and labs situated in Babraham Research Campus, South Cambridge. Hybrid working is offered based on specific business needs and the role requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

At Insmed, we’re committed to investing in every team member’s total well-being, now and in the future. Our benefit programs vary by country but we offer the following to all Insmed team members, regardless of geographic location:

• Flexible approach to how we work
• Health benefits and time-off plans
• Competitive compensation package, including bonus
• Equity Awards (Long-Term Incentives)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

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.
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

• Assume a vital role as a medicinal / synthetic chemistry lead, contributing to the establishment of a dynamic discovery group
• Lead chemistry teams supporting projects from concept to clinic, ensuring alignment with overall program goals and timelines
• Apply efficient and creative methodologies to complete hit-to-candidate medicinal chemistry campaigns to the highest standards and in short timescales
• Utilise in-silico and synthetic techniques to drive drug design, positively impacting progression of medicinal chemistry programs
• Be aware of external technology developments and opportunities for collaboration to enhance the development of company capabilities
• Manage, inspire and empower a team of skilled chemists, fostering a collaborative and innovative environmen