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The following opportunity exists in our South San Francisco, CA headquarters:
Associate Scientist/Scientist Digital Pathology
The Position
We seek a highly motivated Associate Scientist / Scientist within the Oncology Biomarker Development (OBD) Data Science Digital Pathology Group, to drive digital pathology biomarker development and diagnostic development using image analysis and machine learning. You will develop and apply advanced AI and image analysis techniques to extract information from tumor histology images. Your work will help target our therapies to the patients who are most likely to benefit, and understand tumor biology to build the cancer-curing medicines of tomorrow.
For this particular position, we are seeking an innovative and productive Ph.D.-level scientist with at least two years of postdoctoral experience, and a consistent and outstanding record of creativity and performance in image analysis, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in top tier journals or patent applications.
As an Associate Scientist / Scientist, you are expected to:
- Develop and apply digital pathology algorithms
- Engage in interdisciplinary biomarker subteams and work with pathologists, cancer biologists, bioinformaticians, and statisticians to develop algorithms and insights to advance our digital pathology-based biomarker development
- Drive scientific and technical innovation collaboratively with other members of the department
- Support publications in high impact scientific, technical or medical journals
- Analyze data supporting innovative clinical development programs
- Represent the digital pathology team through interactions with our key investigators and public presentations
- Participate and thrive in a fast-paced, interactive and team-oriented culture
Who You Are
- The candidate must hold a PhD in biomedical engineering, biomedical imaging, cancer biology, or related area
- Minimum of 2 years postdoctoral experience in basic or translational research either in an academic or industry setting
- Record of scientific leadership as evidenced by first or senior author peer reviewed publications in top tier journals
- Outstanding presentation and communication skills
- Experience in clinical drug development, bioinformatics, biostatistics or medical devices is beneficial
- Demonstrated understanding of machine learning, preferably deep learning, and algorithm development with Python and/or MATLAB in the imaging or computer vision field
- Experience in the field of digital pathology is a strong plus. Experience with skills such as cell phenotyping using multiplexed imaging data, and common digital pathology software such as Visiopharm or HALO would be assets.
- Excellent team working skills and experience working in an interdisciplinary environment
A Job with Benefits Beyond the Benefits
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.
The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply online" button.
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Apply Link: bit.ly/202003-107561UCSF
