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Director, Field Translational Science - Oncology

Natera· Translational Medicine
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Hybrid (Remote USA)$150k - $220kFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Director of Field Translational Science leading a regional team of translational scientists in the Oncology Business Unit, owning data generation, validation, and scientific output of investigator-led collaborations, with up to 50-70% travel.

Responsibilities

  • Hire, develop, and manage a premier field organization of translational scientists with metrics tied to regional data velocity, scientific rigor, and publication quality
  • Author and execute the regional data engagement strategy coordinating with oncologists, pathologists, and biometricians to leverage ctDNA and real-world datasets; manage day-to-day clinical communication line
  • Oversee secure regional tracking architecture and data ingestion pipelines ensuring data compliance, system integrity, and seamless data flow from investigator sites to internal analysis platforms
  • Interface between field operations and internal Oncology Translational Medicine, Scientific Communications, Medical Affairs, Life Cycle, R&D and Product Development to translate field-derived real-world evidence into pipeline recommendations
  • Oversee lifecycle of regional investigator-initiated trials (IITs) and institutional registries with MSLs to maximize utility of analytical tools and data visualization platforms for robust statistics and manuscript generation
  • Expand institutional data-sharing models, biobanking governance, and EMR data-integration with core cancer networks
  • Represent Natera as a senior scientific authority at oncology congresses while ensuring HIPAA, CAP/CLIA, PHI data protocols, FDA regulations, and PhRMA codes are upheld.

Qualifications

  • PhD or MD in Cancer Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, or related molecular science discipline
  • 6+ years total experience in basic or translational oncology research; at least 2+ years leading high-performing scientific or clinical teams in diagnostics, biotech, or pharma
  • Strong command of cancer biology, genetics, liquid biopsy modalities, NGS/ctDNA workflows, and statistical methods
  • Documented success managing complex genomic datasets, EMR integrations, or clinical data registries
  • Leadership style capable of navigating high ambiguity with structured logic and rapid, high-judgment decision-making
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically 50-70% to support team execution, site audits, and PI collaborations

Skills

Required:Team leadership and scalingData strategy and architectureRegulatory and compliance

Benefits

  • Competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for employees and dependents
  • Free testing for employees and immediate family plus fertility care benefits
  • Pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k, commuter benefits, and employee referral program
Last updated Jul 23, 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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