Medical Director, Lung Cancer and IO

Natera; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Medical Director in Oncology, where you will shape the future of cancer care. This strategic role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance oncology testing solutions, particularly in lung cancer and immunotherapy. You will lead clinical development, oversee medical education, and represent the firm at industry events. With a commitment to scientific excellence, you will play a crucial role in driving innovation in cancer diagnostics. If you are passionate about making a difference in oncology and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401k benefits

Free testing for employees and their families

Pregnancy and baby bonding leave

Generous employee referral program

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. with board certification in Oncology required.
• 5+ years of oncology experience, especially in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical strategies for lung cancer and immunotherapy products.
• Oversee medical education and represent Natera at conferences.

Skills

Oncology Expertise

Clinical Research

Project Management

Effective Communication

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Education

M.D. or D.O. degree

Board Certification in Oncology

Job description

Job Title: Medical Director, Lung Cancer and Immunotherapy
Location: Remote with ~50% domestic and international travel

Position Summary
Shape the future of cancer care as a Medical Director, Oncology at Natera. In this strategic leadership role, you will provide medical expertise for Natera's oncology portfolio, collaborating with cross-functional teams across research, development, commercial, and medical affairs. You will ensure the scientific integrity and clinical adoption of our oncology testing solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Clinical Development:
  • Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer and other Medical Directors in Oncology on the clinical development of ctDNA-based diagnostics.
  • Lead development and implementation of clinical strategies for Natera's oncology products, with a focus on lung cancer and immunotherapy.
• Medical Education and Communication:
  • Oversee medical education and scientific communication for healthcare providers on Natera's oncology offerings.
  • Partner with the commercial team to develop and deliver compelling medical messages for Natera's oncology products.
• Representation and Advocacy:
  • Represent Natera at medical conferences and industry events, in person and virtual.
  • Foster a culture of scientific excellence and intellectual curiosity within the oncology team.
• Research and Development:
  • Collaborate with research and development teams on clinical trial design, data analysis, and publication.

Key Skill Sets / Responsibilities

• GU Cancer-Specific Expertise:
  • Strong knowledge in lung cancer and immunotherapy treatment monitoring, with the ability to develop and implement strategies specific to thoracic oncology.
  • Provide expert guidance and support on oncology cases and clinical trials related to lung cancer and immunotherapy.
• Comprehensive Oncology Knowledge:
  • Ability to speak to all histologies and indications, ensuring broad expertise across the oncology spectrum.
  • Stay updated on the latest advancements in various cancer types and integrate this knowledge into Natera’s oncology products.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration:
  • Work effectively with cross-functional teams including research, development, commercial, and medical affairs to drive the success of oncology initiatives.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the clinical relevance and adoption of Natera’s oncology solutions.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree with board certification in Oncology (required).
• At least 5 years of experience in oncology, with a background in clinical research and development (required).
• Clinical experience and strong knowledge in lung cancer and immunotherapy (required).
• At least 3 years of clinical trial experience in academia, biotech industry, or equivalent (preferred).
• Medical Director or Senior Medical Director designation commensurate with experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to quickly learn Natera’s technology and that of our competitors, understanding the strengths and limitations of each, and articulate strong customer value propositions.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with strong persuasive abilities and quick thinking.
• Proven skill and experience in building and managing a team.
• Project management skills, with the ability to balance and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven team player, capable of participating as a member of a cross-disciplinary team.
• Ability to manage conflict with poise.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial methodology, protocol development, regulatory and compliance requirements, statistics, and epidemiology is preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Duties are typically performed in an office setting.
• This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone, and read printed material.
• Duties may occasionally require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends).

Compensation
The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages 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. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

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.

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.