Staff Scientist, Product Development

POSITION SUMMARY:   

Natera is seeking an innovative Staff Scientist, Product Development to join Natera’s Oncology Product Development Team. We are looking for a meticulous and dedicated candidate with experience in next generation sequencing (NGS) assay development that can work effectively in a fast-paced environment to ensure that the highest quality clinical assays are developed and launched for our patients.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead technical projects and associate timelines and deliverables as a subject matter expert and represent the assay development group in cross-functional project teams
• Drive planning, design, execution, and reporting of feasibility, development, verification and validation studies for CLIA assays under the design control quality system
• Collaborate closely with Research scientists, Automation engineers, Software engineers, Biostatisticians, Bioinformatics and Data Science team to develop, validate and launch new and innovative molecular assays
• Communicate and document experimental data, scientific findings, and recommendations to R&D and other functions including Lab Operations, Scientific Affairs, Product Management, Quality, and Regulatory groups
• Provide regular updates at project team and departmental meetings on project progress, outcomes, and next steps to ensure alignment and transparency
• Write SOPs, study protocols and reports, manufacturing and QC documents etc
• Be flexible to handle multiple tasks and priorities, and perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MS. or PhD in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field. PhD with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience, OR a MS degree and minimum 10 years of relevant experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) and DNA/RNA molecular biology - experience with Illumina required, other technologies (e.g. PacBio, Oxford Nanopore, Ultima, Element, etc.) a plus
• Must have experience with nucleic acid technologies relating to PCR, multiplex PCR, NGS, epigenetics/methylation analysis, target enrichment. Experience with liquid biopsy is a plus
• Hands-on experience with high-throughput sample processing and automated liquid handling systems in a CLIA-regulated lab required
• Experience working under Design Control, authoring study plans, protocols and reports is highly desired
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
• Knowledge of statistical methods and techniques to establish acceptance criteria for analytical studies is desired
• Proficient in data analysis using tools such as Excel, JMP, R, Python required, combined with a strong drive for analyzing and interpreting data
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with meticulous attention to detail
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and demonstrated success in collaborative and individual projects
• Demonstrated ability to write clear project plans, study protocols and reports, and SOPs

 

 

The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.San Carlos, CA $148,000—$185,050 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

For more information, visit www.natera.com.

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

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