Job ID: 2951176616
Job date: 2017-09-03
End Date:
Company : Genentech Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job date: 2017-09-03
End Date:
Company : Genentech Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job Description:
We seek a highly motivated Associate Scientist or Scientist to lead cancer immunotherapy biomarker development efforts in the Oncology Biomarker Development department at Genentech. This candidate will be part of multifunctional drug development teams and will be responsible for biomarker activities encompassing pharmacodynamic and mechanism of action biomarkers, predictive biomarkers, and companion diagnostics development. The candidate must have expertise in cancer biology, cancer immunotherapy, translational research, and bioinformatics. The ideal candidate will have experience with analysis, integration, and interpretation of complex molecular datasets such as RNA-seq, DNA-seq, and multiplexed digital pathology. Finally, the successful candidate must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, being able to work in a team setting as well as independently. Collaborative spirit, curiosity, creativity, initiative, and enthusiasm are essential. Who You Are
Additional Info:
Who We Are: 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. The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply online" button. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status. For more information about equal employment opportunity, visit our Genentech Careers page.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
We seek a highly motivated Associate Scientist or Scientist to lead cancer immunotherapy biomarker development efforts in the Oncology Biomarker Development department at Genentech. This candidate will be part of multifunctional drug development teams and will be responsible for biomarker activities encompassing pharmacodynamic and mechanism of action biomarkers, predictive biomarkers, and companion diagnostics development. The candidate must have expertise in cancer biology, cancer immunotherapy, translational research, and bioinformatics. The ideal candidate will have experience with analysis, integration, and interpretation of complex molecular datasets such as RNA-seq, DNA-seq, and multiplexed digital pathology. Finally, the successful candidate must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, being able to work in a team setting as well as independently. Collaborative spirit, curiosity, creativity, initiative, and enthusiasm are essential. Who You Are
- You’re an individual with interest in advancing the oncology landscape via precision medicine who has demonstrated evidence for a systems biology approach to translational research and complex data analysis and interpretation.
- PhD in a relevant scientific field (e.g. cancer biology, immunology, pathology, or bioinformatics) and enthusiasm for further continued learning.
- Demonstrated record of cutting-edge research as evidenced by first or senior authored publications in top-tier journals.
- Outstanding presentation, communication, and data visualization skills.
- Ability to distill complex issues and clearly articulate solutions in a manner that is accessible to interdisciplinary audiences of scientists, statisticians, informaticians, and clinicians.
- Experience in the use of a high-level programming language such as R, Python, or Perl for complex data analysis.
- Ability to handle multiple and concurrent priorities in the context of fast-paced projects.
- Ability to collaborate, lead, influence, and motivate others.
- Ability to demonstrate effectiveness and growth in a dynamic environment.
- A minimum of 5+ years’ relevant experience for Scientist position or
- A minimum of 3+ years’ relevant experience for Associate Scientist.
- Post doc considered towards experience.
- Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field (cancer biology, immunology, pathology or bioinformatics)
Requeriments :
Skills :
- Bioinformatics
- Biomarker Discovery
- Cancer biology
- DNA sequencing
- Programing in Python
- Programing Skills
- Programming in PERL
- Programming in R
- RNA-seq
- Systems Biology
Areas :
Additional Info:
Who We Are: 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. The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply online" button. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status. For more information about equal employment opportunity, visit our Genentech Careers page.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]