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Associate/Laboratory Director

Natera· Laboratory Affairs
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Hybrid (San Carlos, CA)$175k - $280kFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Associate/Laboratory Director, Oncology with clinical oversight of Natera’s laboratory testing, ensuring testing is properly performed and regulatory standards are met, and that patient test results are accurate and reliable.

Responsibilities

  • Review, approve, and sign-out reports for clinical molecular/cytogenetic and/or oncologic results, including Signatera MRD and other NGS-based assays
  • Oversee interpretation of genetic and CNV variant data in the context of literature, databases, and patient demographics
  • Provide clinical and technical support for genetic counselors and laboratory personnel
  • Set standards for laboratory testing and analytic performance, maintaining these standards
  • Analyze lab data and contribute to or write publications for high-quality scientific journals
  • May serve as Technical Supervisor, ensuring test method selection, verification, CMS PT enrollment, CLIA requirements, PT timing and reporting, quality control, competency, and documented corrective actions
  • Manage a team: review/approve work, mentor personnel, succession planning, contingency management
  • Work with PHI regularly (paper and electronic), accessing PHI technologies as needed
  • Complete HIPAA/PHI privacy, policy/compliance, and security training within 30 days; maintain current training and qualifications

Qualifications

  • MD/DO and/or PhD in genetics or related field
  • Current California license or eligibility as Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist or Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist
  • ABMGG board-certified in Molecular Genetics and/or Cytogenetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics or ABP board-certified in Molecular Genetic Pathology
  • Current Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing and Molecular Tumor Markers from NYS CLEP preferred
  • Two+ years in a CLIA-certified clinical lab analyzing/interpreting/reporting clinical genetic/genomic data
  • Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, California and New York regulations

Skills

Required:CommunicationNGS data interpretationNext-generation sequencingGenetics and oncology knowledgeStatistical measures in genetic testing

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 company holidays
  • Additional wellness and work-life benefits
Last updated Aug 27, 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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