Why Genentech
For more than 30 years, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Today, Genentech is among the world's leading biotech companies, with multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious medical conditions.
Our founders believed that hiring talented, enthusiastic people would make Genentech a success. Today, we still believe our employees are our most important asset. For this reason, we aim to provide employees with a stimulating and collaborative environment where they can make important contributions to medicine and thrive as professionals.
The Opportunity
The Commercial Rotation Development Program (CRDP) provides the opportunity for high potential future leaders to gain exposure to critical business functions of our commercial organization. This is accomplished over an approximate 3.5 year period through a mix of field sales and home office rotational assignments. Some examples of potential rotations include: Marketing and Commercial Portfolio, Public Affairs & Access, Pricing, Contracting and Distribution, Patient Access, Data, Digital and Analytics, Population Health, and Health Equity. The rotation assignments are tailored to provide participants with challenging and meaningful assignments, training in both technical and managerial skills and coaching from the Commercial Leadership team. CRDP gives recent graduates the opportunity to gain a broad perspective on the core Commercial functions that are critical to allowing patients to receive access to their medications.
Dedicated senior leader mentorship
Formal job training from Learning & Skill Development
Informal learning opportunities such as Executive Lunch and Learns
Program and networking events with CRDP members and alumni
Program Structure, Focus, and Timing
Over the course of 3.5 years, three (3) rotational opportunities with key functions across Commercial, Medical, and Government Affairs (CMG)
One (1) Field/Customer Facing Rotation: Typically ~18 months. In this rotation, associates will meet regularly with customers face to face. Most associates will do this rotation in their current location before relocating to SSF for the home office rotations
Two (2) Home Office Rotations: Typically ~12 months each, rotations are identified based on business need and interest/development area
At the end of this program, associates will have the opportunity to pursue a full time position within the company.
Who You Are
An advanced graduate degree (such as an MBA, Masters, PhD, PharmD, JD, or other relevant advanced degree) completed within three years by the start of employment (estimated for July 2027)
3+ years of professional work experience in healthcare, life sciences, biotech/medtech, brand management, consulting, finance, engineering, management sciences, or data science.
Demonstrated learning agility, self-leadership, and the adaptability to pivot seamlessly across distinct business functions and team structures.
Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities supported by high digital, data, and/or AI acumen.
Proven track record of strong communication, situational leadership, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
Preferred:
Strong interest in and aspiration to be a commercial leader in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry
Excellent communication skills in a matrixed organization to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, openness to diverse perspectives, and strong analytical skills
Valid US Drivers License prior to start date - field rotation will include driving to customer sites and utilizing a company car.
Geographic flexibility - while field locations often take place in the associate's current location, sometimes relocation is required depending on the business need. Relocation may also be required to work at the SSF campus and in alignment to Genentech campus presence requirements.
Location
Field rotations will require significant travel as the rotation requires regularly visiting customer sites.
Home Office rotations are based in South San Francisco and work a hybrid schedule, in office 3 days per week.
Throughout the program, business travel, by air or car, may be required for regular internal and external business meetings
Relocation benefits are provided for this role when relocation is driven by a business need (ex: between field and home office rotations)
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $128,000 - $237,800. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is eligible to earn incentive compensation that is calculated and paid in accordance with the applicable Incentive Compensation Plan for the role. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.Benefits
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
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