Postdoctoral Fellow – Cancer Biology, Discovery Oncology, Dey Lab Full-time

Postdoctoral Fellow Position

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. A postdoctoral fellow position is available for a highly motivated and independent candidate to join the laboratory of Dr. Anwesha Dey in the Department of Discovery Oncology at Genentech. The group investigates fundamental mechanisms of tumor biology, with a focus on cancer signaling pathways, tumor suppressor networks, and how these can be exploited for therapeutic intervention. We employ state-of-the-art in vitro and in vivo models to dissect cancer biology and develop new strategies to target key vulnerabilities.

The Genentech scientific community provides access to generous state-of-the-art resources, cutting-edge technologies, and a collaborative network of leading cancer biologists, immunologists, and computational scientists.

The Opportunity

• Develop and apply advanced in vitro and in vivo models to investigate tumor suppressor function and cancer signaling pathways.
• Leverage cutting-edge technologies—including next-generation sequencing, single-cell approaches, genome engineering, and spatial biology—to study mechanisms of tumor initiation and progression.
• Collaborate across disciplines to translate basic biological insights into therapeutic opportunities.
• Take advantage of Genentech's rich environment of core facilities, including animal modeling, high-throughput screening, proteomics, and computational biology.
• Join the Genentech Postdoctoral Program, which offers outstanding training and mentorship, opportunities to present work internally and externally, and a strong focus on career development.

Who You Are

• Ph.D. in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or a related field, with a strong track record of research accomplishments.
• Must have advanced at least one key research project, as evidenced by a first-author publication (published or accepted) in a leading peer-reviewed journal.
• Independent scientist with excellent communication skills, strong passion for discovery, and ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
• Enthusiastic about leveraging innovative approaches to address big questions in tumor biology/cancer signaling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with in vivo cancer models (e.g., xenograft, syngeneic, GEMMs) and/or advanced in vitro systems (e.g., 3D culture, organoids).
• Familiarity with cancer signaling pathways and tumor suppressor biology.
• Experience with modern technologies such as CRISPR/Cas9-based genome engineering, single-cell or spatial transcriptomics, or high-content imaging.
• Working knowledge of bioinformatics and computational analysis.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco California is $98,000 to $104,500. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link below.

Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.

Elevate your research career to new heights with Genentech's Postdoctoral Program! Join a prestigious community of early career scientists and kick-start your journey toward becoming a scientific leader in biotechnology and bioengineering. With competitive salaries and fully funded research expenses, you can dedicate yourself to groundbreaking research that aligns with Genentech strategic ambitions.

The postdoc program is designed to empower recent Ph.D. graduates to conduct world-class research, publish in top-tier journals, and build a robust scientific network. By joining us, you will receive the mentorship and support necessary to develop into an independent scientist and leader.

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