It is an exciting time to join Cell Genesys.
Our product pipeline is filled with both late and early stage
cancer product candidates and, importantly, we have the financial
resources necessary to advance our product candidates to the
market.
We value the contribution of each and every employee that has
helped us get to this point, and we are continually looking
to build our team to help us further realize our
mission—to develop and commercialize novel biological
therapies for patients with cancer.
Corporate Values in Action
Throughout all of our offices, our Corporate Values are
evident, not only in posters displayed on the walls, but more
importantly, in the activities seen throughout the workplace.
We value common direction, teamwork.
Once goals are written, we strive to work together toward achieving
them. An important part of getting the work done is having fun
and getting to know one another during the process. Friday "Raves,"
our yearly "Afternoon at the Ball Park," and company
celebrations play an important role in getting the job done.
Additionally, our yearly company retreat allows employees from
our four sites to share with their co-workers the work they
do, helping each person to see the role they play in the company.
We value integrity and fairness,
direct and open communication.
Our employees are our number one asset. We recognize the importance
for our employees to be "in the know," confident in
our company and the direction it is going. Monthly "Grill
the CEO" sessions, a time to ask questions and hear straight
answers first handedly, give employees direct access to our
CEO, Dr. Steve Sherwin. Quarterly company meetings also provide
a relaxed forum to discuss company events, issues, and progress.
We value capability and
creativity, achievement and accountability, decisiveness. At Cell Genesys, individuals' contributions to the company
are celebrated. Our Employee Recognition Program acknowledges
the special accomplishments of individuals throughout the company:
from Research, to Development, to Administration. Employees
are nominated by their co-workers on a quarterly basis for any
of the three awards, some of which are accompanied by a cash
amount: Exceptional Contribution Award, Values in Action Award,
and Scientific Achievement Award. We appreciate those who offer
exceptional contributions to our company and are pleased to
acknowledge their fine work.
