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Senior Scientist R&D

Natera·📍 South San Francisco, California, United States

Employment

Full-Time

Work mode

On-site

Experience

SENIOR LEVEL

Salary

$138.1K – $172.6K/yr

Role overview

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the molecular level to help inform personalized health care decisions with a non-invasive test. The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join the rapidly growing assay development team to help build the future of Natera. In this position, you will be an integral part of high-performing teams across functions to develop laboratory tests that positively impact the business and our patients. A successful candidate will have a deep understanding of molecular biology, strong scientific curiosity and high level of expertise of developing cfDNA assays through product development cycles. You will lead and support dedicated junior scientists and laboratory technicians to plan, execute and manage scientific studies under design control in a regulat

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What they are looking for

Skills & requirements

Qualification

Typically requires a university degree and a minimum of 8+ years of related experience or a MS degree and 6 years of related experience or a PhD and 4 years of related experience Knowledge of high throughput NGS workflows or other genetic testing applications in clinical settings. Experience in developing and validating molecular assays for CLIA lab testing. Experience with automation of molecular workflows or assay transfer to automated platforms. Experience in managing projects. Must possess very strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Advanced technical proficiency in: NGS assay development using Illumina sequencing platforms. qPCR, ddPCR, and multiplex PCR. Experience in long-range PCR techniques and long-read sequencing technologies is a plus. Hands-on experience with high-throughput sample processing and automated liquid handling systems in a CLIA-regulated lab. Advanced data analysis skills utilizing tools such as JMP and Excel, comfort with programming languages like Python and R, and proficiency with bioinformatics tools and platforms. Knowledge of design verification/validation processes compliant with the U.

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Hiring company

Natera

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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