Medical Lab Scientist I

POSITION SUMMARY: The Manager, Clinical Lab is a key leader in Natera’s lab operations who oversees and directs the development, planning, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new or existing products and technologies. The Manager works closely with groups to ensure strict compliance with good manufacturing practices and CLIA/CAP guidelines at all times. Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment and employees in producing quality products. Monitor and control staffing / labor, capital expenditures, and manufacturing performance. Develops budget and monitors expenditures. Formulates and recommends manufacturing policies, procedures and programs. Selects, develops and evaluates line-management to ensure the efficient operation of the function. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of Senior lab leadership, and in close collaboration with other Laboratory leadership, this individual provides operational and strategic leadership to laboratory products assigned to the individual. Generates and routinely provides executive-level production/departmental summaries. Monitors workflow and ensures production goals and deadlines are met (e.g. TAT, SLA) Engages in future planning and scales employees and equipment appropriately Gathers and monitors metrics on production deadlines, efficiency, scrap waste, and error rates Monitors the quality control/assurance programs, test results, and equipment (if applicable) Uses metrics in decision-making and to drive changes across the team (e.g. cost reduction, quality improvement) Manages sufficient headcount levels to meet production goals by proactively driving the interview process and managing employee PTO and overtime when necessary. Refines current lab process through continuous improvement projects. Oversees team-specific lab operations. Go-to person when Senior lab leadership is not present; go-to person for knowledge of pr

POSITION SUMMARY: The Manager, Clinical Lab is a key leader in Natera’s lab operations who oversees and directs the development, planning, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new or existing products and technologies. The Manager works closely with groups to ensure strict compliance with good manufacturing practices and CLIA/CAP guidelines at all times. Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment and employees in producing quality products. Monitor and control staffing / labor, capital expenditures, and manufacturing performance. Develops budget and monitors expenditures. Formulates and recommends manufacturing policies, procedures and programs. Selects, develops and evaluates line-management to ensure the efficient operation of the function. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of Senior lab leadership, and in close collaboration with other Laboratory leadership, this individual provides operational and strategic leadership to laboratory products assigned to the individual. Generates and routinely provides executive-level production/departmental summaries. Monitors workflow and ensures production goals and deadlines are met (e.g. TAT, SLA) Engages in future planning and scales employees and equipment appropriately Gathers and monitors metrics on production deadlines, efficiency, scrap waste, and error rates Monitors the quality control/assurance programs, test results, and equipment (if applicable) Uses metrics in decision-making and to drive changes across the team (e.g. cost reduction, quality improvement) Manages sufficient headcount levels to meet production goals by proactively driving the interview process and managing employee PTO and overtime when necessary. Refines current lab process through continuous improvement projects. Oversees team-specific lab operations. Go-to person when Senior lab leadership is not present; go-to person for knowledge of pr

POSITION SUMMARY: Assists in analyzing specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist in testing of patient samples according to standard operating procedure. •Meet expected performance metrics within role as applicable. • Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab • Provide guidance for new team members. • Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain clean and organized workspace • Completes training and other deadlines on time. • Recognizes, escalates, and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and common processing errors according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures • Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor • Communicates with team and other departments on various platforms (including via e-mail) • Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor • Assists teammates in completing daily tasks • Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition (such as calibration and expiration date) • Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties. • Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects (TAG, 5S) • Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner • Adheres to Departmental Expectations • This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job • Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire. • Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements. • Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • BS/BA in a biological science or a related field • 0-2 years of industry-related experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND

POSITION SUMMARY As the Laboratory Director and one of our Laboratory Directors, you have clinical oversight of Natera’s laboratory testing. You ensure that testing is properly performed, and applicable regulatory standards are met. You are responsible for ensuring that the laboratory implements testing while consistently providing accurate and reliable patient test results. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Review, approve, and sign-out reports for a variety of clinical molecular/cytogenetic and/or oncologic results, including NIPT, carrier screening, PGD/PGS, products of conception and oncology testing on platforms including SNP array analysis, NGS, and other methodologies. Oversee the review of genetic and CNV variant data: interpret NGS and microarray results in the context of medical literature, online variant databases and other references along with relevant patient demographic data. Provide clinical and technical support for genetic counselors and other laboratory personnel. Set standards for laboratory testing and acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensure these are maintained. Analyze lab data, contribute to or write publications for high-quality scientific journals. May serve as Clinical Consultant. The Clinical Consultant is responsible for ensuring: Test reports include pertinent information for test interpretation, and Availability for consultation concerning test results and the interpretation of those results as they relate to specific patient conditions May serve as Technical Supervisor. The Technical Supervisor is responsible for ensuring: Appropriate test method selection Adequate method verification to determine the accuracy and precision of the test Enrollment of the laboratory in a CMS-approved proficiency testing (PT) program for the test performed PT samples are tested in accordance with the CLIA requirements PT results are returned within the time frames established by the PT program P

POSITION SUMMARY: The Supervisor of the clinical laboratory is a member of the Operations Department whose role is to oversee employees' performance and serve as a liaison between employees and senior management to meet company goals and quality objectives. The supervisor is responsible for daily supervision of lab staff performing duties such as laboratory testing and data review. Duties include but are not limited to coaching, motivating, staffing, evaluating, and training staff. The supervisor works closely with the manager to ensure company and team goals are met while adhering to good manufacturing practices and CLIA/CAP guidelines. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provides direct supervision to professional individual contributors and/or skilled, support individual contributors • Ensures production work is consistently completed according to department goals. • Administers company policies that directly affect subordinate employees. • Monitors team members to ensure adherence to SOPs and safety procedures • Oversees training and development of all staff members • Document nonconformances and all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications as needed. Escalates protocol deviation to lead/supervisor. • Handles employee issues in collaboration with the department manager and Human Resources. • Ensures alignment with team for reasoning behind instructions/processes and changes • Plans and leads shift meetings. Meets regularly with individual team members to discuss goals and progress • Go-to person when manager is not present. • May assist lab team in day-to-day tasks • Keeps team morale up and maintains professionalism of team members, including by acting as role model. • Identifies trends and issues and effectively executes solutions • Actively interacts with interdepartmental teams such as OPS, Accessioning, Engineering, Stats, R&D, and Support. • Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION SUMMARY: Join Natera’s R&D operations as the Sample Management Manager . You will direct biobanking, cold chain logistics, and the full lifecycle of clinical diagnostic samples. Every sample represents a real person, and you will ensure that tracking, storage, and distribution meet the rigorous standards required to advance cell-free DNA testing. You will lead a high-performing team, optimizing workflows and using data to maintain accuracy and regulatory adherence in a high-stakes clinical environment. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and implement standardized procedures for sample intake, storage, tracking, and distribution Treat regulatory guidelines (e.g., GMP, GLP, ISO) and company policies as the foundation of your work, ensuring strict compliance Manage Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to maintain sample integrity and traceability Lead, train, and develop the Sample Management team to operate with pace and precision Think team by partnering directly with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners to align sample management practices without needing translation layers Use data to troubleshoot discrepancies, root-cause logistical issues, and resolve quality concerns Use data to pressure-test workflows and implement technology enhancements that improve precision and scale Prepare rigorous reports and audits to support quality assurance and regulatory inspections Operational Responsibilities Take ownership of sample management operations, proactively allocating resources and designing workflows to meet rigorous clinical timelines Provide clear guidance to the team, establishing policies and removing operational bottlenecks without relying on heavy hierarchy Take ownership of operational challenges, relying on data rather than opinion to resolve workflow and capability gaps Manage scheduling, performance requirements, and operational budgets Act as an advisor to the team, directly stepping in to assist with issue res