Job Description

This role will be working out of our South San Francisco location.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Platform team is seeking an Associate Scientist for development of clinical RNA sequencing assays. The Associate Scientist will join a tight-knit and cross-functional team of scientists and engineers who are tasked with developing a scalable and robust platform upon which the next generation of Natera clinical assays will be based. We are looking for a meticulous and dedicated molecular biologist with experience developing RNA sequencing assays that can work effectively in a cross-functional and fast-paced environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Join a team to research, build, and validate high-throughput RNA-sequencing assays.
• Explore the feasibility of emerging technologies in the RNA-sequencing field.
• Independently design and execute experiments, analyze and interpret data, and communicate findings to other scientists.
• Collaborate with automation engineers to create robust, high-throughput automated assays.
• Write documentation and SOPs, and train Clinical team operators on protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or closely related field with a minimum of 6 years experience in assay development for the life science industry.
• Master’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or closely related field with a minimum of 4 years experience in assay development for the life science industry.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Hands-on experience developing RNA-sequencing-based clinical assays or reagent kits.
• Understanding of the reagents and chemistry underlying nucleic acid extraction, PCR/qPCR, NGS library preparation, hybrid capture, and sequencing technologies.
• Understanding of RNA-seq metrics.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation and building assays with scale and automation in mind. Liquid handler method development proficiency is a plus.
• Must be capable of independently planning and executing experiments in the lab, analyzing data, and communicating results to other scientists.
• Must have experience in optimizing laboratory protocols, identifying risks, and troubleshooting issues.
• Must have good organization and time management skills.
• Must have experience performing statistical analyses in Excel or similar software. Coding experience is a plus.
• Must have experience working in a regulated laboratory environment.

PAY RANGE:

$96,400 - $120,500 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.

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.

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