Senior Scientist, Product Development

ZipRecruiter; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Natera is seeking a Senior Scientist for their Oncology Product Development Team. This pivotal role will focus on the development and optimization of next-generation sequencing assays to ensure quality and effectiveness in clinical applications. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in molecular biology and assay development, with strong collaboration skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Free testing for employees and families

Fertility care benefits

Baby bonding leave

401(k) benefits

Generous employee referral program

Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years, MS with 8+ years, or BS with 10+ years experience in relevant field.
• Strong hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing.
• Experience developing, validating, and deploying automated workflows.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning, execution, and analysis of feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop automated workflows.
• Manage multiple experiments and communication of project status.

Skills

Knowledge of Illumina NGS platforms

Molecular techniques (PCR, qPCR)

Data analysis tools

Experience with automated workflows in CLIA

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented and organized

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in genetics or related field

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Natera is seeking an innovative Senior Scientist, Product Development to join Natera's Oncology Product Development Team. We are looking for a meticulous and dedicated candidate with experience in next sequencing (NGS) assay development that can work effectively in a fast-paced environment to ensure that the highest quality clinical assays are developed and launched for our patients.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive planning, execution, and analysis of feasibility and optimization studies. Prepare clear and concise study reports in compliance with Natera's guidelines. Present the results and key insights to cross-functional teams at weekly meetings.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, such as automation, engineering, R&D, bioinformatics, and lab operations, to develop robust, automated workflows.
• Lead the integration of automated workflows with digital systems such as LIMS and LabVantage (LV). Support the design and execution of integration testing to ensure data integrity between automation and digital systems.
• Assist in planning and execution of complex verification and validation studies under design control guidelines.
• Author and review SOPs, study reports, and transfer documents for production implementation.
• Train team members on new SOPs and automated workflows.
• Provide support to lab operations on issues related to automation, including troubleshooting and providing technical guidance.
• Manage time across multiple experiments and shifting priorities to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.
• Communicate project status, key updates, and potential risks clearly to manager and cross-functional teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS, MS. or PhD in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field. PhD with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, a MS degree and minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or a BS degree and minimum 10 years of relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Stronge hands-on knowledge of Illumina NGS platforms. Experience with PacBio or Oxford Nanopore is a plus.
• Proficiency in molecular techniques such as PCR, qPCR, multiplex PCR, digital PCR, NGS, methylation, and target enrichment.
• Experience developing, validating, and deploying automated workflows in CLIA setting.
• Familiarity with Design Control and CLIA regulations.
• Proficient in data analysis tools, such as Excel, JMP, or R.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation, protocol development, and cross-functional team reporting.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with reagent QC development is a plus.

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.San Carlos, CA $125,300—$156,600 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 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 and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

For more information, visit www.natera.com.

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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