Principal Scientific Researcher, Peptide Therapeutics, Genentech Research

Research Biology    ·      South San Francisco, California, United States of America     ·       Full time

The Position

We have an opportunity for a talented Researcher to join our efforts to explore the development of new therapeutic modalities within the Peptide Therapeutic Department. Specifically, you will be helping us to develop a new technology that will enable the in situ discovery of peptide-based macrocycles on cells and/or tissues for targets of interest across a range of therapeutic areas. This work will include peptide display experiments, cell/tissue culturing, biochemical methods, large-scale data analysis, and designing/implementing/analyzing in vitro cellular, biochemical, and biophysical protein/peptide assays. Specific projects will involve collaborative interactions across multiple internal departments and will require regular project meetings and presentations. This is a technology development and discovery position that will require critical thinking, flexibility, multitasking, and the ability to learn and develop new techniques.


• Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular/Structural Biology, or equivalent education and experience with a strong publication record in relevant journals. 
• Experience in display technologies (phage, yeast, mRNA, ribosome), small or large molecule screening technologies, cell/tissue imaging, and/or assay development is a plus.
• The successful candidate must be motivated, thoughtful and capable of working both independently and in a collaborative team setting.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, organizational, and communication skills are also required.

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Genentech requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of their start date. This requirement is a condition of employment at Genentech, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a Genentech campus or is fully remote.  If you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a disability or serious medical condition, or because it is prohibited as a result of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.

Job Facts

Job Sub Category: Research Biology
Schedule: Full time
Job Type: Regular
Posted Date: Aug 16th 2022
Job ID: 202208-131062

Beginning September 30, 2021, Genentech requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of their start date.  This requirement is a condition of employment at Genentech, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a Genentech campus or is fully remote.  If you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a disability or serious medical condition, or because it is prohibited as a result of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation. 

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