Clinical Lab Operations Leader

Natera, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Natera, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Clinical Lab to lead manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new or existing products. You will ensure CLIA/CAP compliance, manage resources, budgets and strategic direction for lab activities in a high‑performing environment in Texas.

The role emphasizes leadership across multiple departments, CAPA closures, and continuous improvement to meet production goals and quality standards. Join a global company advancing cfDNA testing with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience managing a team.
• 5+ years of industry-related experience preferred.
• ASCP board certification in Medical Technology or CA CLS license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership to laboratory products.
• Monitor and improve production metrics (TAT, SLA, waste, errors).
• Oversee headcount planning, interviews, PTO, and overtime.
• Drive continuous improvement through lab processes and CAPAs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (CLIA/CAP, CAP) and GMP adherence.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (OPS, Engineering, R&D).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team building

Lean Six Sigma

Organizational skills

Laboratory operations

Education

BS/BA in Biological Sciences or related

Job description

Natera, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Clinical Lab to lead manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new or existing products. You will ensure CLIA/CAP compliance, manage resources, budgets and strategic direction for lab activities in a high‑performing environment in Texas.

The role emphasizes leadership across multiple departments, CAPA closures, and continuous improvement to meet production goals and quality standards. Join a global company advancing cfDNA testing with strong benefits.