Associate Director / Director of Product Management, Oncology

Natera; United States; Remote; USD 175,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in genetic testing is seeking an Associate Director/Director of Product Management for their Oncology division. This role involves leading the development and commercialization of diagnostic tests, requiring strong leadership and strategic thinking. The successful candidate will manage the entire product lifecycle and work with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and market growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401k benefits

Free testing for employees and their families

Pregnancy and baby bonding leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience, including product management.
• Experience with FDA-regulated diagnostic or CDx tests is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop the strategy for IVD commercialization of new MRD product(s).
• Manage product performance and support needs across departments.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s or PhD degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Associate Director / Director of Product Management, Oncology

United States

POSITION SUMMARY:The Associate Director/Director of Product Management, Oncology leads the development and commercialization of diagnostic and companion diagnostic (CDx) tests for Natera’s new/emerging MRD portfolio. This person will help develop the vision and 5-year planning for the commercialization of in vitro diagnostic products (IVDs) that are highly regulated by the FDA and other global regulatory bodies. This role combines strategic thinking with execution and requires strong leadership in cross-functional teams. Responsible for the entire product lifecycle from concept to obsolescence, this person will own the creation of a strategic product roadmap, evaluation, and prioritization of new features and programs, creation of product requirements, and evaluation and improvement of product performance.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop the strategy for IVD commercialization of new MRD product(s) in key global markets
• Own and execute the product roadmap for IUO, RUO and/or IVD use
• Deliver product requirements based on customer needs and operational limitations.
• Manage product performance and field all product support needs, working across departments, including Product Management, Molecular Biology R&D, Bioinformatics/Data Science/Statistics R&D, Software Engineering, Sales & Marketing, Medical, Clinical Operations, Laboratory Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Business Development.
• Develop quantitative product performance indicators, analyze and track performance data, and identify strategies for improvement across teams.
• Identify business opportunities and create business cases and financial models.
• Conduct VOC interviews, market research, and competitive analysis as a means to test and validate product features, improve customer satisfaction, and support market growth.
• Support product marketing in the definition of product positioning – from market launch plans, pricing, and delivering key collateral content to marketing communications.
• Create written, data-based arguments and presentations to achieve buy-in from stakeholders
• Provide internal and external stakeholders with the appropriate updates on progress, vision, product roadmap, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in physical or life sciences, statistics, or engineering. A Master’s or PhD degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience, which includes 2-3 years of product management, product/solution marketing, product commercialization, or strategic consulting experience.
• Experience with oncology products/education, medical devices, or diagnostics preferred.
• Experience with FDA-regulated diagnostic or CDx tests is strongly preferred
• Experience with products delivered as laboratory services is strongly preferred
• Experience with globally commercialized diagnostic products and regulations (e.g. IVDR, Japan PMDA,) preferred
• Expertise and experience in the Life Sciences industry are preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to lead and motivate a cross-functional team
• Ability to understand the technology and articulate customer value/benefit propositions
• Strong project/process management skills are required.
• Strong computer skills in office applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel) and presentation tools (e.g., MS PowerPoint) required.
• Basic financial/economic modeling skills
• Proven excellence in both written and oral communication skills
• Proven organizational skills and extraordinary attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Will consider scientific or technical project leads for candidates coming from research and development roles. Must have demonstrated applicable analytics, product development, and/or project management skills and experience.
• Must be able to collaborate and interact effectively with individuals, and influence individuals, across functional areas and in team environments.

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.

Remote USA

$175,900 - $230,200 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!

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.

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