Clinical Oncology Specialist, Breast

Natera; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 195,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

RSUs

Job summary

Natera is seeking a dynamic Clinical Oncology Specialist to join its Breast Oncology specialty team. In this high-impact role, you will accelerate adoption of Signatera, a first-in-class MRD ctDNA test, across academic centers, integrated delivery networks, and community practices.

As a strategic field partner, you will engage KOLs, promote education for physicians and care teams, and drive territory growth while navigating complex healthcare systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of breast oncology, surgical sales, or molecular diagnostics preferred.
• Deep knowledge of academic and community oncology markets, precision medicine, and reimbursement landscape.
• Ability to travel frequently, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Proven leadership, business acumen, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic territory plan focused on growth and account penetration.
• Identify and engage KOLs and key accounts to integrate Signatera into clinical decision-making.
• Drive new business development while expanding and deepening existing relationships.
• Maximize return on investment through consistent sales activity and cross-functional collaboration.
• Deliver impactful clinical education to physicians and care teams.
• Serve as a trusted resource in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
• Build deep understanding of Natera's oncology solutions, internal processes, and competitor landscape.
• Call on targeted physicians and practices to promote Natera's oncology products and services.
• Drive product adoption by influencing clinical decision-making at the provider and system level.
• Monitor account performance and market trends; escalate issues and identify new opportunities.
• Consistently conduct business in an ethical, transparent, and professional manner.

Skills

Breast oncology

Surgical sales

Molecular diagnostics

KOL engagement

Account planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

LOCATION: The territory is the Keystone region and includes the Eastern Shore, New Jersey, and Philadelphia areas, with a preference for candidates based in Philadelphia.

We're looking for a dynamic Clinical Oncology Specialist (COS) to join our newly established Breast Oncology specialty team . This is a high-impact, tumor-specific role focused on accelerating the adoption and growth of Signatera-our groundbreaking, first-in-class MRD ctDNA test. As a COS, you'll act as a strategic field partner and a key representative of Natera Oncology, collaborating cross-functionally to engage key opinion leaders (KOLs) across integrated delivery networks, academic medical centers, hospital systems, and select community oncology practices.

Primary stakeholders include Breast Surgeons, Breast Radiologists, Radiation Oncologist, Medical Oncologists and Pathologists. Success in this role demands a deep understanding of the breast oncology space, strong clinical acumen, and the ability to navigate complex healthcare systems while fostering trusted, value-driven relationships.

We're seeking individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and are driven by purpose, passion, and the pursuit of clinical excellence. Frequent travel is required.

Key Responsibilitie s

• Develop and execute a strategic territory plan focused on growth and account penetration
• Identify and engage KOLs and key accounts to integrate Signatera into clinical decision-making
• Drive new business development while expanding and deepening existing relationships
• Maximize return on investment through consistent sales activity and cross-functional collaboration
• Deliver impactful clinical education to physicians and care teams
• Serve as a trusted resource in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
• Build deep understanding of Natera's oncology solutions, internal processes, and competitor landscape
• Call on targeted physicians and practices to promote Natera's oncology products and services
• Drive product adoption by influencing clinical decision-making at the provider and system level
• Monitor account performance and market trends; escal... issues and identify new opportunities
• Consistently conduct business in an ethical, transparent, and professional manner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 5+ years of successful experience in breast oncology, surgical sales, or molecular diagnostics preferred
• Deep knowledge of academic and community oncology markets, precision medicine, and reimbursement landscape
• Ability to travel frequently, including overnight travel as needed
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Proven leadership, business acumen, and strong communication skills
• Travel: ~75% (combination of road and air travel)

Key Competencies

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Strategic, forward-thinking, and data-driven mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Strong clinical understanding of oncology and molecular diagnostics
• Comfortable navigating complex healthcare systems and engaging senior stakeholders.

On-target earnings (OTE)

$195,000 - $225,000 USD

Total compensation includes a competitive base salary and uncapped quarterly commissions. In addition we offer a car allowance and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The compensation package listed is for 1st year OTE, which 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. On-target earnings (OTE) represent the total potential income an employee can earn by achieving 100% of their performance goals. It combines a base salary with commissions and serves as an estimated figure rather than a guaranteed amount, providing a guideline based on average performance outcomes.

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