The PositionA healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.

The Opportunity

A Principal / Senior Principal Engineer - Scientist position is available in Genentech and Roche’s Pharma Technical Development organization within the Cell Culture and Bioprocess Operations (CCBO) group.Job Responsibilities:

Lead a team of cell culture engineers / scientists in the development of scalable, robust, efficient and sustainable cell culture processes for the production of biologics (for Senior Principal level)

Represent the function on cross-functional project teams, where they will collaborate with leads from other functions on all aspects of CMC project deliverables. The scope of supported projects includes those in both early- and late-stage clinical development.

Train and mentor team members to enhance their skills and promote professional growth

Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in cell culture technology

Collaborate with representatives from research, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory functions

Responsible for authoring sections in regulatory filings, as well as responses during Health Authority Q&A

Serve as an ambassador for the function with the ability to influence stakeholders for new technology implementation

Who you are

 Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience is required (7+ years experience for Senior-Principal level)

Advanced technical experience supporting CHO cell culture process development activities   

Extensive practical and theoretical expertise in process development and manufacturing, with deep understanding of the drug development process

Ability to work independently and challenge the status quo, handle multiple projects, prioritize and delegate effectively, adapt to changes quickly, and work collaboratively on cross-functional teams

Strong written and verbal communication skills 

You have previous experience as a team leader or cross functional leader 

Preferred:

Bio-Pharma industry experience

Experience in developing and implementing models for CHO cell culture process development and optimization

Experience in cell culture media development

Experience in creating the strategy of the design of an experiment and how to optimize productivity of the process (increase yield)

Experience in scale-up and tech transfer.  

Experience in working with bioreactors, pilot plants and maintaining shake flasks

Scientific publications experience 

Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $119,600 to $222,000 for the Principal level, $140,500 to $260,900 for the Senior Principal level. Annual 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

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.