About this role

Genentech is hiring a principal-level Postdoctoral Fellow - Discovery Oncology, West Lab based in South San Francisco, CA. The posting calls out experience with Data Analytics. Listed education preference: a Ph.D. or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $100,000–$106,500 per year.

Level: principal
Employment: Full-time
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Education: Ph.D. preferred
Department: Students & Graduates
Posted: May 31, 2026

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Postdoctoral Fellow in Discovery Oncology will employ state-of-the-art technologies to explore cancer immunology and novel anti-tumor immunity regulators. Requires Ph.D. in immunology or related field with hands-on experience in T cell biology, in vivo models, and scientific formulation. Collaborate across Genentech's research organization leveraging core facilities and mentorship programs.

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Job description

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The 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. Nathaniel West in the Department of Discovery Oncology at Genentech. Our laboratory is dedicated to the discovery of novel regulators of anti-tumor immunity that offer high potential for therapeutic exploitation. Recently, we have focused on underexplored and druggable cytokine pathways that offer the potential to support tumor-specific T cell responses while avoiding undesirable toxic effects on the host. We utilize state-of-the-art in vitro and in vivo techniques, insights from human genetics, and deep profiling of human clinical data to validate and target these critical nodes of host protection.

The Opportunity:

To employ state-of-the-art technologies exploring fundamental cancer immunology.
To collaborate with other researchers across the organization to accelerate research progress and foster interdisciplinary knowledge.
To take advantage of Genentech’s rich environment of core facilities, including animal modeling, protein chemistry, and computational biology.
To participate in the Genentech post-doctoral training program, which offers outstanding training and mentorship, opportunities to present work internally and externally, career development support, and exposure to an environment focused on drug development and breakthrough discoveries.

Who You Are:

Ph.D. in Immunology, Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or a related field, with a proven track record of research accomplishments.
Knowledge and hands-on experience in the areas of immunology and T cell biology
Working experience with in vivo models.
Ability to formulate scientific questions and hypotheses.
Ability to design, perform, interpret, and effectively communicate experiments to test these hypotheses.
Ability to analyze higher dimensional data.
Must have advanced at least one key research project as evidenced by a first author paper published or accepted in a leading peer-reviewed journal.
Independent scientist with outstanding communication and collaboration skills, as well as a strong passion and commitment to science and cancer immunology.

Preferred Qualification:

Working experience with cancer cell biology, molecular biology, protein chemistry, and cell biology techniques. (preferred).

For information about the West lab at Genentech, please go to:

https://www.gene.com/scientists/our-scientists/nathaniel-west

https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=6WIVDSQAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco California is $100,000 to $106,500. 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 provided below.

Benefits

Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.

Postdoc Program

Elevate your research career to new heights with Genetech’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. The Genentech Postdoc Program provides access to world-class seminars, professional development workshops, and networking opportunities. Apply now to Genentech Postdoctoral Program and unlock your full potential!

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