Scientist R&D Job at Natera – Molecular Biology & Oncology Research
Looking to advance your career in molecular biology and assay development? Natera, a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, is hiring a Scientist for R&D in San Carlos, CA. Join a cutting-edge research team developing next-generation oncology diagnostics and nucleic acid-based workflows that shape the future of personalized medicine.
Natera – Scientist R&D Job Posting
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s, and organ health. We aim to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives. The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers, and many other professionals from world-class institutions who care deeply for our work and each other.
Job Title: Scientist R&D
Location: San Carlos, CA
Position Summary:
The Molecular Biology Research team at Natera is looking for a highly motivated Scientist to join a rapidly growing group tasked with developing and advancing Natera’s oncology product portfolio. In this role, you will be applying your expertise with a variety of scientific principles and concepts to create novel cell-free DNA diagnostic assays.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Independently plan and execute experiments of moderate complexity to develop next-generation automated nucleic acid-based diagnostic workflows
- Perform fundamental data analysis (Excel, JMP, etc.) and document results
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams, including data scientists and bioinformaticians
- Generate reports and presentations to communicate findings directly to peers and management
- Contribute insights towards experimental findings and troubleshoot laboratory processes and protocols
Qualifications:
- Degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or closely related field
- PhD with 2 years of experience or Master’s with a minimum of 5 years experience in assay development for the life science industry
Knowledge and Skills:
- Extensive hands-on experience with nucleic acid techniques (DNA manipulation, PCR, qPCR, DNA quantitation/ analysis, hybrid capture)
- Experience developing or executing assays using automated liquid handlers is preferred
- Must have experience performing data analysis with Excel or similar software. Working knowledge of JMP and basic statistical programming is a plus
- Expertise in Next Generation Sequencing and liquid biopsy assay development is highly desirable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Skilled in cross-functional communication and coordination
Salary:
San Carlos, CA: $108,800 – $135,950 USD
What We Offer:
Competitive Benefits – Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing and fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits, etc. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, community, and patients and is critical to our mission of changing disease management worldwide.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
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Keywords: Natera, Scientist R&D, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, San Carlos, CA, Oncology, Cell-free DNA, Assay Development, Next Generation Sequencing
