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Additional benefits (continued)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Cobra
Employees are able to participate in our ESPP up to 15% of Whenever you lose benefits due to a non-benefited Status
their base pay (subject to IRS limits) to purchase Cytokinetics change or if you leave Cytokinetics, Federal law provides
stock at a discount. At the time of purchase, you will benefit that you and/or your currently covered dependents have
from a minimum purchase discount of 15%. the opportunity to continue your Group Health Coverage
at group rates under the Cobra regulations.
Education Assistance
Cytokinetics encourages you to pursue further education State Disability and Paid Family Leave Insurance
that would be of direct benefit to Cytokinetics and you in To protect employees who miss work due to a non-work-related
terms of improved performance in your present position accident or illness, caring for an ill family member, or baby
or in preparation for future assignments. In support of this bonding/parental leave, California law requires that a small
mutual benefit, Cytokinetics offers an Education Assistance percentage of each employee’s wages be deducted each
Program. You are eligible to receive up to a maximum of pay period for disability and paid family leave insurance.
$10,000 per year for pursuing a degree or certification Contributions are made through payroll deduction.
relevant to the Company’s business. Courses must be
job-related and approved in advance by your supervisor. Social Security
As an employee of Cytokinetics, you are covered under
Wellness Programs the provisions of the Federal Social Security Law (FICA).
To encourage wellness and fitness activities, we offer The amount of deductions from your wages for social
employees exclusive access to our onsite fitness center security taxes is matched by Cytokinetics. The total
as well as free monthly webinars on your physical, contribution is credited toward your Social Security benefits.
mental, and financial well-being. In addition to retirement, disability and survivor’s benefits
are financed through Social Security deductions.
Biometric Screening
We offer free Biometric Wellness Screening annually to Unemployment Compensation
our employees. Wellness screenings provide a quick and If your employment terminates, you may be eligible to receive
easy snapshot of your health. Having your key health Unemployment Insurance (UI). In most cases, you must file a
measurements can help increase your awareness about claim in order to collect this benefit. If such a situation arises,
your health and prevent serious health problems. you should inquire about UI at the time of your separation
from the company.
Flu Shot
Employees can take advantage of our on-site free annual Workers Compensation
flu shots. Cytokinetics provides and pays for Workers’ Compensation
insurance coverage. This insurance is intended to provide
Adoption Assistance medical care and pay for lost time and rehabilitation benefits
Employees are eligible to be reimbursed up to $5,000 for resulting from injuries on the job and from those illnesses
eligible expenses relating to the adoption of a child. caused by your work. Eligible employees will be paid a
percentage of their regular base earnings through Workers’
Compensation for a maximum period provided for by law.
Credit Union
If you are injured on the job, you must report immediately to
Safe America Credit Union and San Mateo Credit Union
your supervisor and HR in order to file the proper reports.
are credit unions that are available to you. The credit
unions provide a new generation of financial services with
a variety of free checking accounts and access to ATMs,
and some accounts pay dividends.

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