Location: South San Francisco, California
Employer: Genentech Type: Full Time - Entry Level
Category: Biomedical Engineer - Medical Imaging Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Description
For more than 30 years, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Today, Genentech is among the world’s leading biotech companies, with multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious medical conditions. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech, where we believe that our employees are our most important asset.
The following opportunity exists in our South San Francisco, CA, headquarters:
Research Associate - Biomedical Imaging
The Biomedical Imaging Group has an opening for a Research Associate. Research efforts within the BMI group focus on developing and applying biomedical imaging to quantify structural and physiological responses to therapy. The Biomedical Imaging Group is a dedicated, state-of-the-art research facility that includes MRI (4.7and 9.4T), Micro-CT (in-vivo and ex-vivo), Micro-PET, microSPECT/CT, as well as ultrasound and optical imaging techniques.
Responsibilities: A Research Assistant/Associate opportunity is available within the Biomedical Imaging facility for a candidate who is interested in the application of pre-clinical in-vivo imaging techniques to drug discovery. Responsibilities include development and implementation of bio-medical imaging techniques for the investigations of drug action and pathophysiological response of potential therapies. The successful candidate will also be required to assist in the development of novel in-vivo models of human pathology.
Requirements
This position requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in either a biological science, Biomedical Engineering or a related area is required along with experience with some aspect of in vivo physiological research. Knowledge of MRI, CT, ultrasound or radio-nuclei imaging would be an advantage but is not a prerequisite since training will be provided. The applicant should have experience with statistical and data analysis techniques. Experience with such software packages as JMP, Excel, StatView, IDL, MatLab, Analyze, etc. is a plus.
Genentech is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and encourages diversity of thought, style, skills and perspective. To learn more about our current opportunities, please visit: http://careers.gene.com and reference Req. #1000025588. Please use “Web - Biomed Engineering Soc.” when a source is requested. Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
