Scientific Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing projects related to real-world evidence generation, cancer immunotherapy, and clinical AI/ML. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in sciences, preferably in bioinformatics, and possess excellent project management and communication skills. This role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and a genuine passion for driving innovations in the field.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Project Management: 

• Plan, coordinate, and execute projects related to molecular therapeutics, real-world evidence, cancer immuno-oncology, and clinical AI/ML.
• Thoroughly document project goals,  methods, deliverables, and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as legal and laboratory operations to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met within established timelines and budget constraints.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Scientific Expertise:

• Leverage a robust scientific background, ideally in bioinformatics, to bring a unique perspective to project initiatives.
• Collaborate with our Scientific Communications team to externally communicate our findings and capabilities in posters, oral presentations, and publications.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and challenges in the clinical and molecular therapeutics landscape.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand project requirements, expectations, and priorities.
• Work as a translator to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to quickly and effectively communicate the ‘why’ and ‘how’ when requesting resources for our team.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project status to leadership and other relevant stakeholders.

Team Collaboration:

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, clinicians, data analysts, and software engineers.
• Foster a culture of ambition and hunger for excellence within the team, driving collective success.

Data Broker:

• Serve as a bridge between scientific insights and actionable data, facilitating seamless collaboration between scientific teams and data-related initiatives.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement and uphold high quality standards in project execution, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices.
• Proactively address any challenges, demonstrating a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Continuous software and analysis documentation review to keep high standards and identify where required level of clarity is missing.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master's degree in a scientific discipline, preferably bioinformatics or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and a passion for driving innovations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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.Remote USA$91,500—$114,400 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 fert