Manager QC Development New San Carlos, CA

Natera, Inc.; San Carlos, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Long-term equity awards

Generous paid time off

Fertility care benefits

Job summary

Natera, Inc. is seeking a Manager of QC Development in California to lead the development and optimization of QC tests for reagents and kits used in CLIA laboratories. You will oversee tech transfer, data analysis, SOP authoring, and deviations handling to ensure robust assay performance.

The role requires a Ph.D. in molecular biology or related field with 4+ years in industry, preferably in assay development or QC labs, and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Lead and optimize QC tests for reagents and kits.
• Author and revise QC SOPs and reports.
• Oversee transfer of QC methods from R&D to operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a medium-sized team to develop QC tests.
• Analyze data and document QC validation.
• Ensure disposition of affected materials with rational input.
• Provide technical support for deviations and non-conformances.
• Coach and develop staff; administer performance appraisals.

Skills

Team Leadership

Molecular Biology

NGS assays

Quality Control

Laboratory Operations

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology

Equivalent experience considered

Job description

Manager, QC Development is responsible for modifying existing methods and/or developing and optimizing new QC methods to support routine lot release of reagents and kits used in the CLIA laboratory.Provides technical and scientific operations support in event of deviations and/or non-conformance issues arising for reagent preparation and/or qualification.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary responsibilities include leading a team responsible for development and optimization of reagent Quality Control (QC) Tests and associated bio-chemical process optimizations to support routine reagent and kit qualification.

Analyze data and prepare documentation for QC method validation, author and revise QC testing SOPs and reports to ensure the successful implementation of assays in the laboratory.

Oversee technical transfer of new product QC methods from Research and Development into Operations, addressing process development needs for implementation.

Provide technical and scientific operations support in event of deviations and/or non-conformance issues arising for reagent preparation and/or qualification to ensure disposition(s) for impacted material(s) are driven by scientifically rational input.

Personnel management includes: provide technical assistance, employee development, coaching and counseling, administering performance appraisals, and enforcing company policies through appropriate disciplinary measures

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, related field, or equivalent.

Minimum of 4 years of experience in Industry.

Previous experience working in Assay Development or QC lab is highly desired.

CLIA/FDA laboratory support experience is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Leadership and functional management experience of medium sized group.

Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a high pace environment.

Strong technical expertise in molecular biology and NGS based laboratory assays.

Strong reagents and quality control management and development.

Extant technical writing skill is strongly preferred.

Compensation & Total Rewards

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

This positionis also eligible for additional compensation and benefits throughNatera’s robust Total Rewards program, including:

Annual performance incentive bonus

Long-term equity awards

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off and company holidays

Additional wellness and work-life benefits

Compensation Range

$139,600 - $208,500 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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