Clinical Lab Operations Manager

Natera; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Fertility care benefits

401k benefits

Commuter benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

Natera is seeking a Manager, Clinical Lab to lead manufacturing methods and operations, ensuring GMP/CLIA/CAP compliance and efficient use of materials, equipment and personnel. The role oversees staffing, budgeting, and policy development to maintain high-quality productions.

The position requires strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement within a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in a lab setting.
• 5+ years of industry experience in biotech/manufacturing.
• ASCP board certification in Medical Technology or CA CLS/CGMBS license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership to laboratory products assigned to the individual.
• Generate executive-level production/departmental summaries.
• Monitor workflow to meet production goals and deadlines (e.g. TAT, SLA).
• Plan and scale staffing and equipment to meet needs.
• Track metrics on deadlines, efficiency, waste, and error rates; monitor QC/QA programs.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Lab Leadership

Process Improvement

MS Excel

Education

BS/BA in Biological Sciences

ASCP/CGLS certification

Job description

Natera is seeking a Manager, Clinical Lab to lead manufacturing methods and operations, ensuring GMP/CLIA/CAP compliance and efficient use of materials, equipment and personnel. The role oversees staffing, budgeting, and policy development to maintain high-quality productions.

The position requires strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement within a dynamic lab environment.