Why Genentech We’re passionate about delivering on Our Promise to improve the lives of patients and create healthier communities for all. We foster a culture of inclusivity, integrity and creativity while boldly pursuing answers to the world’s most complex health challenges and transforming society. The Opportunity As a Quality Partner within Early Clinical Development (ECD) Quality, you will champion a proactive, risk-based quality culture that enables innovative science to move safely and efficiently to patients. You will serve as the primary Good Clinical Practice (GCP) quality advisor and strategic partner to early-stage clinical trial study teams and external partners. In this role, you will embed quality by design across cutting-edge Early Development clinical programs, resolving complex compliance challenges before they impact study timelines or regulatory integrity. Develop strategic partnerships with cross-functional teams in Early Clinical Development (ECD) and external vendor partners to advance compliance solutions and enable transparent issue resolution. Provide expert GCP quality guidance, direction, and proactive risk-mitigation strategies to support early clinical trial conduct. Support and participate in intradepartmental, global, and cross-functional initiatives, working groups, and project teams as a key decision-maker or lead reviewer. Support or lead Quality Management System (QMS) activities, including controlled document management, strategic reviews and process alignment. Embed quality principles throughout the organization by delivering impactful compliance communications and targeted training to multidisciplinary teams. Collaborate on quality compliance checks and desktop assessments to evaluate clinical trial oversight and data integrity. Guide clinical study teams through root cause analysis, deviation management, and Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) plan development. Who you are You bring a Bachelor’s degree in a life science, healthcare, or related discipline (advanced degree such as MS, PhD, JD, or MD welcomed). You possess 5–8 years of experience in pharmaceutical drug development (or 4–6 years with a Master’s; 3–5 years with a PhD, JD, or MD), with a minimum of 6 years dedicated to a GCP-related discipline or Quality Assurance role. You hold comprehensive working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, and global regulatory frameworks and how to apply them to clinical trial conduct. You bring proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of identifying compliance risks, facilitating root cause analyses, and architecting practical CAPA solutions. You excel at cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management, with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance while managing priorities independently. Preferred Direct experience supporting Early Clinical Development (ECD) or first-in-human (Phase I/Ib) clinical trials. Hands-on experience with Health Authority inspection preparedness, sponsor/site inspection hosting, and response strategy development (e.g., FDA, EMA). Demonstrated experience with external vendor/CRO quality oversight, audits, and desktop assessments. Background in supporting Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedural documents. Professional certifications in clinical research or quality assurance (e.g., RQAP-GCP, RAC, SQA). Location This role is based in South San Francisco and offers a hybrid schedule working 3 day per week on campus No relocation benefits are available for this posting The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of CA is $141,100 - $262,100 Annual. 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 at the link provided below. Benefits 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. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants. Who We Are Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply for this job" button. 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. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

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