The Opportunity Genentech is seeking a top-tier Principal Scientist in Chemistry with a proven ... Developing enabling chemistry during early and/or late stage research in support of early ...

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The Opportunity Genentech is seeking a top-tier Principal Scientist in Chemistry with a proven ... Developing enabling chemistry during early and/or late stage research in support of early ...
Principal Scientist, Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry, Genentech Research
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$144K - $269K/yr
The Opportunity Genentech is seeking a top-tier Principal Scientist in Chemistry with a proven ... Developing enabling chemistry during early and/or late stage research in support of early ...
Principal Scientist, Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry, Genentech Research
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$144K - $269K/yr
The Opportunity Genentech is seeking a top-tier Principal Scientist in Chemistry with a proven ... Developing enabling chemistry during early and/or late stage research in support of early ...
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That's what makes us Genentech! The Opportunity The CVRM (Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism) Research Biology group within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is seeking a highly ...
Scientist 3 - CVRM Discovery / Research Biology
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$103K - $192K/yr
That's what makes us Genentech! The Opportunity The CVRM (Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism) Research Biology group within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is seeking a highly ...
Scientist 3 - CVRM Discovery / Research Biology
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$103K - $192K/yr
That's what makes us Genentech! The Opportunity The CVRM (Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism) Research Biology group within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is seeking a highly ...
You will have opportunities to productively collaborate with other researchers across gRED (Genentech Research and Early Development), pRED (Roche), PTCG (Pharma Technical Gene Therapies), and PTD ...
You will have opportunities to productively collaborate with other researchers across gRED (Genentech Research and Early Development), pRED (Roche), PTCG (Pharma Technical Gene Therapies), and PTD ...
Director - Nanotechnology
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Director - Nanotechnology
$158K - $293K/yr
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Genentech Fellow/Executive Director, Frontier Research, AI for Drug Discovery
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Genentech is dedicated to innovating healthcare and advancing science. They are seeking a globally recognized scientist to lead a frontier machine learning research lab within the Computational ...
Genentech Fellow/Executive Director, Frontier Research, AI for Drug Discovery
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Genentech is dedicated to innovating healthcare and advancing science. They are seeking a globally recognized scientist to lead a frontier machine learning research lab within the Computational ...
Postdoctoral Fellow - Cell Line Development, Lu & Ng Labs
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
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Postdoctoral Fellow - Cell Line Development, Lu & Ng Labs
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$100K - $106K/yr
You will have opportunities to productively collaborate with other researchers across gRED (Genentech Research and Early Development), pRED (Roche), PTCG (Pharma Technical Gene Therapies), and PTD ...
Scientist 3 - CVRM Discovery Biology
$103K - $192K/yr
CVRM Discovery Biology within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is expanding its research biology team to strengthen how we uncover disease mechanisms and advance therapeutic targets ...
Scientist 3 - CVRM Discovery Biology
$103K - $192K/yr
CVRM Discovery Biology within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is expanding its research biology team to strengthen how we uncover disease mechanisms and advance therapeutic targets ...
Scientist, 3 Antibody Engineering
$103K - $192K/yr
The Opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Scientist 3 to join the Department of Antibody Engineering within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED). In this wet-lab ...
Scientist, 3 Antibody Engineering
$103K - $192K/yr
The Opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Scientist 3 to join the Department of Antibody Engineering within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED). In this wet-lab ...
Scientist 3 - CVRM Discovery Biology
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$103K - $192K/yr
CVRM Discovery Biology within Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is expanding its research biology team to strengthen how we uncover disease mechanisms and advance therapeutic targets ...
Scientist 3 - CVRM Discovery Biology
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$103K - $192K/yr
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Genentech Fellow/Executive Director, Frontier Research, AI for Drug Discovery
New York, NY · On-site
$287K - $534K/yr
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Genentech Fellow/Executive Director, Frontier Research, AI for Drug Discovery
New York, NY · On-site
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Scientist, 3 Antibody Engineering
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$103K - $192K/yr
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Scientist, 3 Antibody Engineering
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$103K - $192K/yr
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The Translational Genomics and Proteomics Center at Genentech Research and Early Development integrates innovative genomic, proteomic, and computational approaches to advance our understanding of ...
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Senior/Principal Machine Learning Scientist, Perturbation Biology, AI Biology & Translation (AIBT)
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Senior/Principal Machine Learning Scientist, Perturbation Biology, AI Biology & Translation (AIBT)
$172K - $320K/yr
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Senior/Principal Scientist - Synthetic Molecule Analytical Chemistry, Genentech Research and Earl...
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
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Senior/Principal Scientist - Synthetic Molecule Analytical Chemistry, Genentech Research and Earl...
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$143K - $265K/yr
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The Translational Genomics and Proteomics Center at Genentech Research and Early Development integrates innovative genomic, proteomic, and computational approaches to advance our understanding of ...
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Senior Data Engineer, AI for Drug Discovery
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Senior Data Engineer, AI for Drug Discovery
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... Genentech Research and Early Development and US Medical Affairs. The Enterprise Clinical Service Provider Lead role will be responsible for specific category(ies) of clinical service providers. This ...
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Principal Scientist, Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry, Genentech Research
South San Francisco, CA
$144K - $269K/yr
Full-time
Posted 5 days ago
Genentech rating
8.8
Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
10th of 74 rated pharmaceutical
Job description
A healthier future. It's what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That's what makes us Genentech!
The Opportunity
Genentech is seeking a top-tier Principal Scientist in Chemistry with a proven record of sustained laboratory achievement and innovation to join our Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry group. The Scientist, leading from the bench as part of our project-based research and development staff, is responsible for:
Developing enabling chemistry during early and/or late stage research in support of early development-readiness decisions
Developing processes to manufacture Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in early development through Phase III route selection
Delivering API supply in early phase clinical development
Using the enabling chemistry developed, the Scientist, working with our South San Francisco clinical manufacturing team, will participate in the production of early phase GMP clinical supplies. Eventual route selection for late stage GMP API manufacturing is also the responsibility of the Scientist and includes the concepts of safe, efficient, robust, environmentally sound chemistry and extends to the synthesis of the regulatory starting materials and establishment of a robust supply chain. A key job requirement is the ability to interact closely with discovery chemists and sourcing partners throughout development. The Scientist is expected to maintain a high level scientific profile both internally and externally in terms of scholarly achievements and pipeline contributions.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing processes suitable for controlling the quality of bulk API as required by cGMP, ICH and FDA regulations as well as the bulk attributes conducive to successful formulation development. In addition, writing relevant CMC sections of INDs and participating in developing a strategy for quality are important tasks. The position's mission will be accomplished through innovation and teamwork, collaboration with strategic partners, creative problem solving and use of state-of-the-art technology.
Who You Are
Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications:
PhD in highly relevant scientific discipline with 0-3 years industry experience.
Outstanding record of innovation and success in multiple projects over the course of their graduate, post-doctoral and industrial career with a sustained publication record.
Strong working knowledge of the latest developments in contemporary synthetic organic and/or process chemistry including chemo- and bio-catalysis, organometallic chemistry as well as expertise in asymmetric transformations, heterocyclic chemistry, and/or peptide chemistry.
Ability to interact, learn and eventually lead in a CMC/cross functional environment.
Ability to take initiative, provide strategic input, problem solve, work in teams, develop people and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
Preferred
Demonstrated experience at the kilogram delivery scale is preferred.
Relocation benefits are available for this posting.
Applicants are requested to submit a short Research Summary in addition to their CV.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $144,900 to $269,100. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
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A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 40 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer & other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech where we believe that our employees are our most important asset & are dedicated to remaining a great place to work.
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