Scientist/Associate Scientist, R&D (Women's Health)

We are looking for an inquisitive and creative Scientist or Associate Scientist to initiate, direct and execute pre-product scientific research. Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problem solving. The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories, with hands-on experience in next-generation DNA/RNA sequencing, nucleic acid technologies, and/or protein screening.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contributes substantially and intellectually to research and development

• Leads projects to create and develop novel nucleic acid or protein based diagnostic tests; including planning, feasibility testing, protocol development, optimization, verification, validation, and launch

• Responsible for executing projects as per associated timelines and deliverables

• Thoroughly comprehends the objectives and vision of the work

• Develops plans, generates and advances new ideas

• Performs basic data analysis, including statistics

• Independently designs and executes moderate to high complexity experiments

• Coordinates the execution and analysis of effective experiments with statistics and bioinformatics teams

• Documents research progress under a Quality Management System

• May work with partners and outside collaborators

• Communicates progress directly with colleagues and senior management

• Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry or closely related field

• Scientist - minimum of 3 to 5 years of industry experience or equivalent

• Associate Scientist - minimum of 0 to 2 years of industry experience or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and basic molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA, multiplex PCR, hybrid capture, digital PCR

• Expertise in women’s health applications in molecular diagnostics is a strong plus.

• Must have experience in data analysis, statistics, data interpretation and results reporting.

• Track record of originating, developing and productizing novel nucleic acid techniques and tests

• Experience in developing multimomics and NGS-based assays is highly desirable.

• Must have excellent communication, organizational, record-keeping, planning and time management skills

• Proven success in managing collaborative and individual projects, previous experience managing research associates a plus

• Demonstrated success in applying independent scientific judgment in experimental design and analysis

• Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Adept with data analysis and statistical testing using Excel, JMP, R or other data analysis environments

• Bioinformatics capabilities, programming (e.g. PERL, python) and database experience (SQL) are a plus

• Skilled at writing clear plans, reports and SOPs  

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 $108,800—$135,950 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 familie