The Position

We seek a highly motivated Principal/Senior Scientist to join the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Department (AI/ML) in Research Biology, within Genentech’s Research and Early Development (gRED) organization, and work alongside ML research scientists, applied ML scientists, research engineers, computational biologists, and biological chemists, working on different areas… of biology and chemistry. The successful candidate will primarily lead and execute a research program that develops novel foundational machine learning, statistical, and/or computational methods with the ultimate aim of contributing to the target discovery process. The successful candidate will publish regularly in top-tier ML venues. The successful candidate will also support applied machine learning projects in the broader research program of gRED by collaborating with biologists, chemists, physicians, and computational scientists to identify impactful problems that can be solved with machine learning and other computational techniques. Experience in biology/chemistry is not required, but interest in biochemical drug discovery is appreciated.

The role

• Design and execute a research program that regularly publishes in top-tier ML venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, etc). Over time, develop into an externally recognized leader in machine learning.
• Mentor postdoctoral researchers, PhD interns, and full-time scientists.
• Conceive and lead collaborations, both internally and externally, on foundational machine learning research.
• Maintain expertise at the forefront of multiple areas in pure machine learning.
• Collaborate with biologists, chemists, physicians, and computational scientists to identify impactful problems that can be solved with applied machine learning and other computational techniques.
• Proactively engage with interdisciplinary teams on the datasets, scientific knowledge, and machine learning techniques relevant to impactful problems. Design machine learning solutions, and collaborate with applied ML scientists and research engineers to implement and evaluate solutions.

Desired Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in machine learning or a related quantitative field (e.g. Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computational Biology/Chemistry).
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in foundational machine learning research and/or applied machine learning in an academic and/or an industry setting (post-doctoral).
• Demonstrated ability to perform first-class research.
• Excellent machine learning and programming experience.
• Ability to distill complex issues and clearly articulate solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Focus on (one or more): causality, interpretability, AI for simulation of physical systems, sequence design.

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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. 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

Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $137,300 - $255,100 and max of hiring range. 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.

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.

Genentech requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of their start date. This requirement is a condition of employment at Genentech, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a Genentech campus or is fully remote. If you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a disability or serious medical condition, or because it is prohibited as a result of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.

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.

Genentech requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of their start date. This requirement is a condition of employment at Genentech, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a Genentech campus or is fully remote. If you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a disability or serious medical condition, or because it is prohibited as a result of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation