2026 Summer Intern - Biochemical & Cellular Pharmacology, Biophysics

2026 Summer Intern - Biochemical & Cellular Pharmacology, Biophysics

Department Summary

The department of Biochemical and Cellular Pharmacology (BCP) develops relevant quantitative biochemical and cellular assays and experiments to support both biological and small molecule drug discovery efforts at Genentech. Working as integrated members of multi-disciplinary project teams, we will apply scholarly, rigorous methodology to define and characterize optimal leads and to define in vitro biological strategies that will enhance Genentech's Discovery pipeline of therapeutic antibodies and small molecule clinical candidates. We are seeking a talented individual to join the Biophysics group in BCP as a Summer Intern to help develop biophysical methodologies for challenging protein targets.

This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site.

The Opportunity

• The successful candidate will develop methods utilizing Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) to characterize interactions between challenging protein targets and small molecules.

• Explore protein engineering and other biophysical techniques that can impact early chemical matter progression.

• Obtain exposure to critical assays and strategies in early drug discovery.

Program Highlights

• Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

• Program start dates are in May/June 2026.

• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.

• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.

• Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

Who You Are

Required Education:

You meet one of the following criteria:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).

• Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program).

• Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).

• Must have attained a Master's Degree.

• Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).

Required Majors: Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biological Sciences, Pharmacology or a related field.

Required Skills:

• Prior wet lab experience in a biochemistry or biophysics-based lab and development of in vitro assays, SPR, NMR, or other biophysics techniques.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• Background in biophysical techniques such as SPR, Mass spectrometry, NMR, X-ray crystallography.

• Prior experience with membrane proteins (purification and/or assay development) is preferred.

• Prior experience studying binding interactions between proteins and small molecules is preferred.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $29.00-$46.00 hour.Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off 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.

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