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Genentech Overview
- www.gene.com
- South San Francisco, CA
- 10000+ Employees
- 1976
- Subsidiary or Business Segment
- Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
- $10+ billion (USD)
A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 40 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases.
The little things we do every day add up to big ...
Company Updates
February 22, 2022
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Forbes has recognized us as one of the top companies on their annual list of America’s Best Large Employers! With more than half of our employees working remotely during the pandemic, we found new ways to stay connected and maintain our unique culture. Along the way, we realized that culture is more than what happens on our campuses. Learn more.
What 'Corporate Culture' Means When The Office Isn't Center Stage
www.forbes.com
January 5, 2022
As we reflect on 2021, we’d like to say thank you to our employees who have continued to adapt and deliver during another unprecedented year. It’s the dedication of our teams like the essential workers in Pharma Technical Operations (PT), who allow us to continue to develop and manufacture our breakthrough medicines for those in need. Learn more about our manufacturing and engineering teams on our site.
Manufacturing and Engineering (PT)
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Genentech Reviews
4.2
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Approve of CEO
Alexander Hardy
418 Ratings
Featured Review
★★★★★
"The future is very bright for Genentech"
May 20, 2022 - Anonymous Employee
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Positive Outlook
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Pros
Active investment in frontier-level science, substantive academic collaborations aimed at making breakthrough discoveries that transform what is possible for patients and at-risk people before theyCons
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Work harder to make the dream a reality every dayDiversity & Inclusion at Genentech
4.2
★★★★★
(505 Reviews)
Diversity Programs & Initiatives
We firmly believe that embracing diversity and inclusion (D&I) drives innovation, improves scientific and clinical outcomes and contributes to equitable healthcare access for all.
Here at Genentech, that means fostering belonging within our own walls, advancing inclusive research and health equity in our industry at-large and transforming society through partnerships across healthcare, education and within all communities. Learn more about our 3 pillars below:
- Fostering Belonging: We are committed to sustaining an environment where scientific discovery can thrive, where the industry's most talented people can d
Diversity & Inclusion FAQs
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How is diversity at Genentech?
...Great benefits, culture and diversity and inclusion is key to company's short and long term goals...Read More
Genentech Interviews
Experience
Positive68%
Negative12%
Neutral21%
Getting an Interview
Applied online46%
Employee Referral19%
Recruiter14%
Difficulty
3.1
AverageHardAverageEasy
Manager Interview
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Interview
Process was disorganized and seemed like they were just trying to check a "diversity" box at the last minute. Interview typically involves recruiter screening where they low ball the pay (pay band is specific to your ZIP CODE), then a hiring manager interview, and a final panel.InterviewWhy are you looking to change jobs?
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Genentech Awards & Accolades
- The 50 Best Places to Work for New Dads, Fatherly.com, 2015
- 100 Best Companies to Work For, Fortune Magazine, 2015
- 44 Healthiest Companies to Work For in America, Greatist.com, 2014
- Top Employer, Science Magazine, 2014
- Top Women in Biotech, FierceBiotech, 2014
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Genentech FAQ
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What is paid time off like at Genentech?
...benefits, generous time off, flexible schedule...
February 28, 2021
People Also Ask about Genentech
To get a job at Genentech, browse currently open positions and apply for a job near you. Once you get a positive response, make sure to find out about the interview process at Genentech and prepare for tough questions.
Overall, 85% of employees would recommend working at Genentech to a friend. This is based on 2,827 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.
68% of job seekers rate their interview experience at Genentech as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 3.1 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at Genentech.
69% of employees think that Genentech has a positive business outlook. This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.
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