# Medical Director: Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, Nephrology at Genentech

- Company: Genentech
- What the company does: Genentech discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes treatments for patients with serious and life-threatening medical conditions. Backed by North Carolina Biotechnology Center.
- Company website: https://gene.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: South San Francisco
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $213K to $396K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-18
- Apply by: 2026-11-02
- Apply: https://roche.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ROG-A2O-GENE/job/South-San-Francisco/Medical-Director--Gastroenterology--Pulmonary--Rheumatology--Nephrology_202609-123928-2
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/genentech-medical-director-gastroenterology-pulmonary-rheumatology-nephrology/

## About the role

Drive Clinical Trial Design: Author clinical protocols and design early-phase (Phase I/II) studies to establish biologic and clinical proof-of-concept for novel molecular entities (NMEs). Serve as Medical Monitor: Provide medical oversight, safety monitoring, and clinical expertise across active trials while collaborating with trial sites, investigators, and CROs.

## What they're looking for

- Clinical Expertise: M.D. with Board Certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, Nephrology, or a related specialty (M.D./Ph.D. preferred)
- Research Track Record: 2+ years of clinical, translational, or basic research experience within academia or the biopharmaceutical industry, with a demonstrated focus on immunology or inflammation
- Development Acumen: Thorough understanding of early clinical drug development principles (Phases I–II), trial methodology, GCP/ICH guidelines, and sophisticated clinical data interpretation
- Strategic & Collaborative Mindset: Adept at synthesizing complex biomarker and safety data to shape asset strategy and influence decisions across cross-functional matrix teams
- Scientific Communicator: Highly effective communicator capable of building strong collaborative networks with academic investigators, regulatory bodies, and internal research partners
- Relocation benefits are available for this posting