Scientist 3 - Translational Medicine (Ophthalmology- Glaucoma)
About The Position
We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. Genentech's Translational Medicine OMNI (TM OMNI) Department supports the entire R&D portfolio of novel therapies across Ophthalmology, Metabolism, Neuroscience, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases (OMNI). We develop and implement cutting-edge biomarker strategies to study disease pathways, confirm mechanisms of action, and accelerate clinical trial success. Scientists within our department champion end-to-end biomarker execution, from initial discovery and assay design to data interpretation, while leveraging clinical insights to drive next-generation target discovery. The Position We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist 3 to join Genentech’s Translational Medicine (TM) team on-site at our South San Francisco campus. In this role, you will partner with cross-functional R&D teams to provide critical biomarker support for glaucoma programs throughout the drug development lifecycle, while simultaneously driving insights for next-generation therapeutic targets. This position uniquely bridges data science and the wet lab, requiring a blend of computational skills to interpret high-dimensional datasets and bench-level expertise to design and execute validation experiments. It is a hands-on, high-impact opportunity for a scientist eager to apply their training to help establish a new disease area for Genentech and navigate the complexities of ophthalmic drug development within a deeply collaborative environment.
Requirements
- A PhD in Biological Sciences (including neuroscience, immunology, retinal biology, or a related field) with 0–4 years of relevant post-graduate experience.
- A proven track record of executing both wet lab experiments and bioinformatic analyses, as demonstrated through a strong peer-reviewed publication record.
- Computational proficiency with hands-on experience programming in R or Python to apply biostatistical and bioinformatics methods to high-dimensional datasets.
- Deep technical wet-lab expertise in preclinical/clinical sample analysis and molecular biology techniques (including cell culture, ELISA, qPCR, and NGS/transcriptomics).
- Demonstrated scientific independence, with the proven ability to autonomously formulate biological hypotheses, design robust studies, develop computational analysis plans, and accurately interpret complex results.
- Outstanding organizational and teamwork skills, including strong time management and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Communication excellence, featuring exceptional oral and written presentation skills, a creative approach to problem-solving, and a clear passion for translating science into life-changing therapies.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical/translational experience, especially in glaucoma and/or retinal diseases is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Analyze high-dimensional datasets (e.g., proteomics, transcriptomics) generated from clinical and preclinical samples to discover novel candidate biomarkers and targets.
- Develop and qualify custom assays (e.g., Simoa, NULISA) for biomarkers of interest, moving beyond standard commercial kits to build bespoke solutions for pipeline programs.
- Design and execute experiments using disease-relevant in vitro human cell models to translate data-driven insights into functional biology.
- Lead and coordinate exploratory clinical studies in partnership with internal and external collaborators to discover and qualify translational biomarkers.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional R&D partners, including Research Biology, Computational Sciences, Tissue Genomics & Proteomics, Biostatistics, Clinical Pharmacology, and Bioanalytical Sciences.
- Communicate insights effectively across the organization and the broader scientific community through high-quality reports, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
