Smart people, great mission - Human Resources Manager Genentech Employee Review

4.0
Apr 10, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Smart, engaged colleagues who want to do right by patients with significant unmet medical needs. True sense of collaboration, great campus

Cons

Company takes great risks on the science, but is risk averse on its people. Very hard to advance either because there are few opportunities, or unconscious bias rules out anyone who doesn't fit certain phenotypes. High intensity - some leaders mistake action for meaningful outcomes

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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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