Good Company. Difficult to get promoted. - Senior Scientific Researcher Genentech Employee Review

4.0
Sep 23, 2022
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Pros

Benefits, compensation, free giveaways, special events.

Cons

Poor promotion opportunities. The require work in office 3 days a week for employees that do not need to be there to do their work. This forces employees in the East Bay to commute 2-4 hours each day for no benefit.

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5.0
Jun 6, 2026
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Pros

Great salary and team! The interview process was smooth and effective.

Cons

To be determined, but so far many alignment meetings. Some folks have frustuations around the re-org and strategy changes.

5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Great culture and work environment.

Cons

PhD is necessary oftentimes for advancement.

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