Clinical Lab Associate I

Natera; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits (medical

Dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Wellbeing and work-life benefits

Job summary

Natera is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Associate in California to analyze patient specimens and maintain laboratory equipment. You will troubleshoot malfunctions and ensure adherence to standard procedures while handling PHI securely.

The role requires a biology background, 0–2 years’ experience, and strong communication skills. Training in HIPAA/PHI and compliance is provided, with opportunities to grow within a leading cfDNA testing company.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science or similar field.
• 0–2 years of industry-related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Proficient in data management and word processing.
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, or overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing patient samples according to SOP with accuracy.
• Maintain updated knowledge of laboratory methods.
• Follow GLP and keep workspace clean and organized.
• Escalate equipment malfunctions; troubleshoot issues on the lab floor.
• Document protocol deviations and notify lead/supervisor.
• Communicate with team and other departments via email.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Pipetting skills

Computer skills

Education

BS/BA in biological science

Job description

Position Summary

Natera is currently seeking a Clinical Laboratory Associate to analyze laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures while maintaining equipment and instruments in good operating condition by troubleshooting malfunctions as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists in testing of patient samples according to standard operating procedure in an efficient manner with little to no errors
• Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab
• Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain cleans and organized work space
• Completes training and other deadlines on time.
• Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common errors on the lab floor
• Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor
• Communicates with team and other departments (including via e-mail)
• Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor
• Assists teammates in completing daily tasks
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner
• Adheres to departmental expectations
• This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have an access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job
• Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science or similar field of study
• 0-2 years of industry-related experience

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, and pipetting skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Word processing and data management
• Duties may require working various shifts, weekends, and/or overtime

Must be able to discern color visually [or be able to evaluate cellular morphology when applicable] and pass applicable screening assessment

Compensation & Total Rewards

This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and skills considerations.

This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Additional wellness and work-life benefits

Compensation Range

$28.80—$43.22 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.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents.

Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/