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This role is based in our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department within the Oceanside Process Sciences team, where we provide critical technical and scientific support to large-scale, automated biopharmaceutical manufacturing. As an Engineer/Scientist, you will drive continuous innovation and support process validation through pilot and small-scale studies. Join our collaborative, high-functioning team to help deliver life-changing therapies to patients globally.
The Opportunity:
Contribute to daily operations in our small-scale, pilot plant, and analytical laboratory, including coordinating tasks such as setting up, inoculating, maintaining, harvesting, and cleaning bioreactor equipment.
Lead technical transfers of Phase III molecules from late-stage process development to commercial launch scale, managing scale-down model verifications and facility fit studies.
Execute and oversee pilot and small-scale studies to support process validation, optimization, and characterization efforts.
Perform detailed analysis of in-process intermediates and raw materials to support site investigations, process development, and routine testing.
Lead technical teams in support of site investigations, commercial product release activities, and the remediation of discrepant manufacturing incidents.
Collaborate closely between late-stage process development groups and commercial manufacturing sites to ensure transparent communication and knowledge sharing.
Support the setup, commissioning, factory acceptance testing, and site acceptance testing of new pilot plant and laboratory equipment.
Who you are:
You hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a relevant scientific discipline.
You bring 4–6 years of hands-on experience within a biopharmaceutical manufacturing, engineering, or relevant scientific field.
You possess a demonstrated working knowledge of core regulatory requirements, process controls, and manufacturing execution systems.
You demonstrate strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to work independently under limited supervision to take projects from idea inception to implementation.
You are an excellent communicator and collaborator, with proven interpersonal and organizational skills to interface effectively across multi-disciplinary teams and external vendors.
Preferred:
You have a high level of demonstrated initiative, a flexible work approach, and the ability to multitask effectively to meet changing run schedules.
You possess strong operational troubleshooting and creative problem-solving skills to resolve complex equipment and process issues.
You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment, which includes standing for 4 to 5 hours a day, lifting up to 40 lbs, and operating within a cleanroom environment requiring standard gowning protocols.
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $78,900 - $146,500 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. 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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or relevant scientific discipline.
- 4-6 years hands-on experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, engineering, or relevant scientific field.
- Working knowledge of core regulatory requirements.
- Working knowledge of process controls.
- Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES).
- Technical leadership, strategic thinking, and ability to work independently to take projects from inception to implementation.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills to work across multidisciplinary teams and vendors.
- High initiative, flexible work approach, and ability to multitask to meet changing run schedules.
- Operational troubleshooting and creative problem-solving to resolve complex equipment and process issues.
- Ability to stand 4-5 hours a day, lift up to 40 lbs, and work in a cleanroom with standard gowning protocols.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescriptions, supported by HSAs/FSAs and broad wellness resources. On‑site fitness and health centers, mental‑health clinicians, and specialized programs like fully covered preventive cancer screenings and menopause support deepen the offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with up to a 4% company match plus an additional annual 6% company contribution to eligible pay. Additional financial protections such as life and accident insurance complement salary, bonuses, and stock options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes about 20 paid vacation days, paid holidays, personal days, and a year‑end shutdown. A paid six‑week sabbatical every six years notably expands long‑term time‑off flexibility.
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What We Do
Considered the founder of the industry, Genentech, now a member of the Roche Group, has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 40 years. Genentech is a biotechnology company dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. We're passionate about finding solutions for people facing the world's most difficult-to-treat conditions. That is why we use cutting-edge science to create and deliver innovative medicines around the globe. To us, science is personal. Making a difference in the lives of millions starts when you make a change in yours.
