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South San Francisco, California · Hybrid

Medical Director: Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, Nephrology

Medical AffairsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$213k-$396k

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Job Description

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

The Early Clinical Development (ECD) OMNI group at Genentech drives innovation across a broad portfolio of immunology indications, advancing breakthrough science from First-in-Human studies through Proof-of-Concept and initial pivotal decisions. Driven by gRED’s mission to make fundamental scientific discoveries and help develop them into best-in-class therapeutics that provide unique benefits to patients, our team translates complex biology into transformative therapies.

The Opportunity

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.

Lead Cross-Functional Strategy: Represent Clinical Science on multi-disciplinary Clinical Science Teams (CST) and Protocol Execution Teams (PET), integrating insights across biomarkers, safety, regulatory, and commercial functions.

Guide Regulatory & Asset Strategy: Author clinical sections for INDs, IBs, and health authority briefing materials, supporting direct interactions with global regulatory bodies (FDA, EMA).

Engage Global Scientific Leaders: Collaborate with internal research groups, external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and scientific advisory boards to refine disease area strategies and inform portfolio decisions.

Who You Are

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.
  • Onsite presence, on our South San Francisco campus, is expected for at least 3 days a week.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, California is $213,400 - $396,200. 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will design early-phase clinical trials and serve as a medical monitor to ensure safety and clinical integrity. They will also lead cross-functional teams to integrate biomarker and regulatory strategies while engaging with global scientific leaders.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an M.D. with board certification or eligibility in a relevant specialty such as Gastroenterology or Rheumatology. A minimum of 2 years of clinical or translational research experience in immunology or inflammation is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Medical monitoringProtocol developmentRegulatory affairsBiomarker data interpretationClinical data analysisScientific communicationCross-functional leadershipPharmacology

Medical Affairs — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$305k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $275k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Medical Affairs pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

How many Medical Affairs jobs are remote?
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Work-life score4.2 / 10 · above average in medical affairsranked against 278 Medical Affairs listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$213k–$396kMedical Affairs median $306k (middle half $285k–$338k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$275k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Medical Affairs listings in California38 active283 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Physician listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 29% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Medical Affairs hiring demand#6 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 69 days · 44% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 162 postings, 36 closed
New Medical Affairs listings113 in the last 30 days92 the 30 days before (+23%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Medical Affairs pay trend+4.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (278 Medical Affairs listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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