Scientist I
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Job Location:
South San Francisco, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Details:
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Position Title: Scientist I (ROCGJP)
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Location: South San Francisco CA 94080
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Duration: 02/09/2026 to 02/08/2027
Positions Requested: 1
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Hours per Week: 40 (8 hrs/day)
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Shift: NA
- Work Hours: (No Value)
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Maximum Submissions per Supplier: 3
Job Description Summary:
Description:
Contractor - Synthetic Molecule Pharmaceutics
Department Summary
As part of the Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) organization the Synthetic Molecule Pharmaceutics department helps Genentechs next generation of therapeutics transition from pre-clinical research into clinical development. Our team specializes in synthetic molecules and novel modalities (e.g. nucleic acids peptides conjugates) that are given to patients via parenteral routes of administration (e.g. intravenous subcutaneous intrathecal intravitreal). We develop formulations innovative drug delivery approaches and manufacturing processes that help bring these novel therapeutics to patients across therapeutic areas.
This position is located in South San Francisco on-site
The Opportunity
We are seeking a collaborative curious and motivated contractor to support parenteral formulation development and drug delivery in the Synthetic Molecule Pharmaceutics this role you will contribute to our research and development efforts for our pipeline programs.
The primary responsibilities for this role include:
Independently prepare drug product formulations with different compositions to support pre-clinical studies and pharmaceutics work packages
Investigate and establish drug product processes to make simple and complex dosage forms including nanoparticle-based formulations
Analyze formulations with a variety of different analytical techniques to assess physicochemical properties composition and structure
Clearly and contemporaneously document experimental findings in electronic lab notebook and in presentations
Review and process experimental data identify data trends and takeaways and propose hypothesis-driven follow-up experiments
Collaborate with internal and external groups to complete key job responsibilities and share results
Who You Are (Required)
Required Education:
Bachelors Degree (minimum)
PhD (preferred)
Required Majors:
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Chemical engineering
Required Skills:
A minimum of 2 years full-time hands-on experience in a laboratory or manufacturing based position in academia or industry
Ability to independently prepare formulations in a laboratory setting including but not limited to: weighing and measuring solid and liquid components pipetting using common laboratory equipment
Understanding and hands-on experience with common analytical techniques used in pharmaceutics including but not limited to: spectroscopy rheology chromatography light scattering and physicochemical property measurement techniques
Ability to independently design experiments and interpret data
Strong organizational and planning skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to collaborate in a team setting
Enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation in formulation development
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Qualifications
Foundational knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences particularly solutions and colloids
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity Courage and Passion
Prior hands-on experience with the following topics:
nanoparticle preparation techniques
sterile handling practices
Department Summary
As part of the Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) organization the Synthetic Molecule Pharmaceutics department helps Genentechs next generation of therapeutics transition from pre-clinical research into clinical development. Our team specializes in synthetic molecules and novel modalities (e.g. nucleic acids peptides conjugates) that are given to patients via parenteral routes of administration (e.g. intravenous subcutaneous intrathecal intravitreal). We develop formulations innovative drug delivery approaches and manufacturing processes that help bring these novel therapeutics to patients across therapeutic areas.
This position is located in South San Francisco on-site
The Opportunity
We are seeking a collaborative curious and motivated contractor to support parenteral formulation development and drug delivery in the Synthetic Molecule Pharmaceutics this role you will contribute to our research and development efforts for our pipeline programs.
The primary responsibilities for this role include:
Independently prepare drug product formulations with different compositions to support pre-clinical studies and pharmaceutics work packages
Investigate and establish drug product processes to make simple and complex dosage forms including nanoparticle-based formulations
Analyze formulations with a variety of different analytical techniques to assess physicochemical properties composition and structure
Clearly and contemporaneously document experimental findings in electronic lab notebook and in presentations
Review and process experimental data identify data trends and takeaways and propose hypothesis-driven follow-up experiments
Collaborate with internal and external groups to complete key job responsibilities and share results
Who You Are (Required)
Required Education:
Bachelors Degree (minimum)
PhD (preferred)
Required Majors:
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Chemical engineering
Required Skills:
A minimum of 2 years full-time hands-on experience in a laboratory or manufacturing based position in academia or industry
Ability to independently prepare formulations in a laboratory setting including but not limited to: weighing and measuring solid and liquid components pipetting using common laboratory equipment
Understanding and hands-on experience with common analytical techniques used in pharmaceutics including but not limited to: spectroscopy rheology chromatography light scattering and physicochemical property measurement techniques
Ability to independently design experiments and interpret data
Strong organizational and planning skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to collaborate in a team setting
Enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation in formulation development
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Qualifications
Foundational knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences particularly solutions and colloids
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity Courage and Passion
Prior hands-on experience with the following topics:
nanoparticle preparation techniques
sterile handling practices
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
