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Medical Director, Oncology Early Development

Genentech
United States, California, South San Francisco
May 30, 2025
The Position

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

The Early Clinical Development (ECD) Oncology group at Genentech is seeking a talented Physician-Scientist who is passionate about translating preclinical discoveries into the next generation of cancer therapies to benefit patients.

The Opportunity:

This role focuses on the clinical trial development of innovative anti-cancer therapies across Genentech's diverse portfolio, which includes large molecules (monoclonal antibodies, T-cell engagers, antibody drug conjugates), small molecules, cytokines, vaccines, and allogeneic cellular therapies. The scope encompasses initial first-in-human (Phase I) trials through proof-of-concept (Phase II) studies to enable decisions regarding initiation of pivotal (Phase III) studies and the initial scope of late stage development.

The Medical Director will provide clinical leadership to a number of cross-functional teams to drive the design, implementation, monitoring, analysis, and reporting of studies conducted within one or more programs. Key responsibilities include external communication with experts and investigators, and contributing to the development of comprehensive "end-to-end" strategic program plans through collaboration with various Genentech groups (Research, Translational Medicine, Late-stage Product Development and Product Strategy). Additionally, this role may involve providing clinical insights to Pharma Partnering for potential Business Development opportunities.

Who You Are:

Requirements for the position include the following. The level of the position will depend on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

  • M.D. with board certification, or eligibility, in Oncology, Hematology/Oncology, or related specialties

  • M.D./Ph.D. a plus

  • Excellent scientific record with experience in laboratory-based cancer research and/or oncology clinical trials within an academic institution or the biopharmaceutical industry

  • Capability and eagerness to contribute effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.

  • Ability to interact with external experts and investigators effectively

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Relocation benefits are available for this posting.

Onsite presence, on our South San Francisco campus, is expected for at least 3 days a week.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, California is $213,400 - $396,200. 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.

Benefits

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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.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

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