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Medical Director - Skin/IO

Natera· Medical Affairs - Oncology
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Hybrid (Remote USA)$261.5k - $326.9kFull-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

Strategic medical leadership role focusing on melanoma, cutaneous malignancies, and pan-tumor immunotherapy applications within Natera’s oncology portfolio. Leads clinical adoption, medical education, external representation, and R&D collaboration to advance ctDNA-based diagnostics in immuno-oncology.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the clinical strategy and evidence generation for melanoma, non-m melanoma skin cancers, and pan-tumor immunotherapy indications.
  • Partner with clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial teams to translate emerging evidence into clinical practice.
  • Collaborate with key opinion leaders, cooperative groups, and academic investigators to validate and expand ctDNA-based diagnostic use cases in immuno-oncology.
  • Provide field-facing education and strategic guidance to healthcare providers, payers, and advocacy organizations on clinical utility, interpretation, and MRD/response monitoring in immune-treated populations.
  • Identify and address barriers to adoption by aligning evidence generation, messaging, and stakeholder engagement with evolving standards of care and health system needs.
  • Serve as medical and scientific spokesperson for skin and IO programs; communicate clinical utility and study data to external experts.
  • Partner with commercial teams to develop educational resources and training for providers and internal teams.
  • Provide scientific leadership during advisory boards, symposia, and investigator meetings.
  • Represent Natera at national/international oncology and IO conferences; foster relationships with KOLs in melanoma and IO.
  • Promote a culture of scientific rigor and innovation within medical affairs and R&D.
  • Collaborate on clinical trial design, data analysis, and publication strategy for ctDNA in melanoma and immune-responsive solid tumors.
  • Identify and cultivate academic and cooperative group partnerships to advance translational research in skin and pan-tumor IO.

Qualifications

  • MD or DO with board certification in Medical Oncology (required).
  • At least 5 years of oncology experience, with clinical or research exposure to melanoma, skin cancers, or immunotherapy (preferred).
  • Strong publication or clinical trial background in IO or translational oncology (preferred).
  • Associate or full Medical Director designation commensurate with experience.

Skills

Required:Melanoma and cutaneous oncology expertiseImmunotherapy mechanisms and biomarker developmentMedical communication and educationCross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Annual performance incentive bonus
  • Long-term equity awards
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Wellness and work-life benefits
  • Fertility care benefits and free testing for employees and immediate family
  • Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
  • Employee referral program
Last updated Jul 9, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Natera

A global leader in cfDNA testing

Dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Natera’s cell-free DNA tests help protect health and inform more personalized decisions about care.

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