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Genentech ยท 18 hours ago

Scientist 3, Discovery Oncology

positionSouth San Francisco, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$103K/yr - $192K/yr

Genentech is a leading biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing innovative medicines. They are seeking a lab-based Scientist to join the Discovery Oncology department, where the successful candidate will investigate oncogenic signaling mechanisms and contribute to the development of new therapeutic strategies targeting the Ras/MAPK pathway.

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Responsibilities

Work closely with internal experts across computational, research biology, and drug discovery disciplines to develop hypotheses and model systems that drive innovative therapeutic strategies. This will primarily be a wet-lab-based position
Perform cell biology and biochemistry experiments to characterize drug-like molecules and investigate their mechanisms of action
Generate high-quality, original research that advances our understanding of cancer biology as well as contributing to the development of new therapies for oncologic indications

Qualification

Cell biology techniquesMolecular biology techniquesOncogenic signaling pathwaysCRISPR/Cas9 gene editingRAS-MAPK signaling pathwayInterdisciplinary collaborationResearch publicationAI/ML in research

Required

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or a closely related field
Sustained high-impact publications and/or patents
Substantial progress on projects that have deepened our understanding of cancer biology
Demonstrated expertise in cell biology techniques including transfection and stable cell line generation, organoid culture, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing and screening
Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology techniques including IP, qPCR, western blots, FACS, IHC, RNAseq, ChIP-seq and analysis
Experience in cancer research
Experience in biochemistry

Preferred

Experience in the RAS-MAPK signaling pathway and induced proximity is a plus
Experience with or interest in leveraging AI/ML to accelerate research is a plus

Benefits

Relocation benefits are available for this posting.
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

Company

Genentech

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Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.
dateFounded in 1976
location
South San Francisco, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://gene.com

H1B Sponsorship

Genentech has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (167)
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2021 (121)
2020 (158)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2009-03-26Acquired
1999-07-20IPO
1976-01-01Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Ashley Magargee
Chief Executive Officer
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Michael Laird
Vice President
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