Lead Medical Director, Product (Late Stage) Development, Immunology

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We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. Roche’s Clinical Development organization is structured by therapeutic area and is responsible for developing and executing the late development (Phase II – III) clinical strategies and plans that deliver medically‑differentiated therapies that provide meaningful improvement to patients. The Lead Medical Director leads or makes major contributions to the development of the Clinical Development (CD) strategy and plan and is responsible for effective and efficient execution for the assigned molecule(s)/indication(s).

Responsibilities

• You will support the development and implementation of the Clinical Development Plan (CDP) for assigned molecule(s)/indication(s); gathering and analyzing data and information necessary to create the CD plan.
• You will collaborate with a variety of internal/external partners including reviewing and providing late stage input to Phase I.
• You will work with other CST members and relevant sub‑teams to develop CDP components (e.g., analytics/data strategy, KOL development, publications strategy, etc.).

This position is based in South San Francisco, CA (preferred); Basel, CH; or Welwyn, UK. Relocation benefits are not being offered for this position. Recruitment efforts will begin in 2026.

Required Qualifications

• You are a Board Certified/Board Eligible (or its equivalent) MD (MBBS), MD(MBBS)/PhD physician.
• You have 5+ years of post‑grad relevant clinical/scientific research and/or clinical trial experience including at least 2 years of experience in biopharmaceutical clinical development.
• You have demonstrated the ability to foster and promote a highly productive and inclusive team‑based culture in fast‑paced clinical and/or research settings.
• You have significant experience working with the principles and techniques of data analysis, interpretation and clinical relevance, and demonstrated experience in scientific writing (e.g. manuscripts, grants, scientific protocols, health authority documents).
• Outstanding communication skills in both long‑form scientific presentation and short‑form communication of complex scientific topics.
• Strong interpersonal skills: Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and influencing skills; has built and cultivated important relationships both inside an organization and externally.
• Ability to collaborate with relevant team members to measure and monitor study progress against objectives and plans, including any variances, and proactively communicate any issues, challenges and potential strategies to resolve.
• Demonstrated experience working with various clinical trial designs.
• Sound knowledge of the pharma/biotech industry, the multiple functions and roles involved in the drug development process.

Preferred Qualifications

• You are a trained rheumatologist and/or have demonstrated training in a related field.
• You have substantial autoimmune‑specific research and clinical experience.
• Academic research experience with the following is considered a significant strength: Scientific Thought Leadership: A distinguished record of lead authorship (first or senior author).
• Demonstrated Funding Success: Success in securing competitive external research funding, including NIH grants (e.g., K‑series, R01) or equivalent prestigious international funding bodies (e.g., MRC, ERC, CIHR).
• You have demonstrated experience as a clinical development lead; you have the proven ability to use sophisticated analytical thought, identify innovative approaches and act as a mentor.
• Proven abilities to influence internal partners and stakeholders, thought leaders, national advocacy organizations, national standard‑setting bodies, and other relevant external parties.
• Seamlessly collaborates with colleagues/other parts of the organization.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $233,500 - $433,600. 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 in the link provided below.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.