Postdoctoral Fellow - Drug Delivery - Pharma Technical Development

Location: 
1 DNA Way
South San Francisco, CA 94080
United States
Job Posted Date: 
April 2, 2020
Opportunities: 
Postdoc Positions
Population: 
Life Sciences

The Genentech post-doctoral program is designed to create a vibrant and supportive environment for rigorous scientific training and is not meant to be a stepping-stone for non-research-based careers such as Business Development or Legal. As a Post-doctoral fellow in Drug Delivery department, the candidate will be part of an effort to develop novel polymer-based technologies for long-term drug delivery applications. The primary aim of this program is for Genentech scientists to train postdocs to conduct research of the highest possible quality and publish the results in top-tier journals.

Job Requirements: 

A Ph.D. degree in Polymer Chemistry or Organic Chemistry is required. The candidate must have comprehensive knowledge of polymer synthesis, degradation mechanisms, modification and characterization techniques. Hands-on experience in conducting ring-opening, living radical and condensation polymerization reactions and polymer characterization using NMR, DSC, GPC and rheology is necessary. The candidate must have an excellent publication record and possess strong oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

Location: 
San Francisco
Greater Bay Area
Peninsula
California