Associate Scientist R&D

The Associate Scientist initiates and executes laboratory experiments to aid in product development. This position requires investigating the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problem solving. We are seeking an individual who maintains broad knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art principles and theories and can work well in an exciting fast‑paced environment.

• Autonomously and accurately design experimental plans and execute complex laboratory experiments such as analyte extractions, next‑generation library preparation, hybrid capture and sequencing.
• Evaluate and integrate new emerging technologies in genomics.
• Write protocols and document results and scientific interpretations.
• Contribute insight toward experimental findings and trouble‑shoot laboratory processes and protocols.
• Communicate and discuss results with a multidisciplinary team including biologists, bioinformaticians, statisticians, software engineers and managers.
• Perform basic data analysis.
• Co‑manage occasional access to PHI in paper and electronic form and complete HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training within the first 30 days of hire.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s in molecular biology, biochemistry or closely related field with a minimum of 6 years of industry experience.
• Master’s in molecular biology, biochemistry or closely related field, with 2 years of industry experience.

• Hands‑on experience with basic molecular biology techniques, including PCR, QRT‑PCR, digital PCR, nucleic acids extractions or sequencing.
• Ability to handle manual work/pipetting involving high‑throughput sample testing.
• Experience in data analysis using Excel or other data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated success in applying independent scientific judgment in experimental design and analysis.
• Experience with next‑generation sequencing (NGS) methods and techniques.
• Experience in optimizing laboratory methodologies and troubleshooting complex problems.
• Experience in writing clear plans, reports and SOPs.
• Experience in epigenetic/methylation, target enrichment, working with cfDNA/RNA/FFPE tissues and NGS data analysis is a plus.
• Experience in programming and operating liquid handlers is a plus.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, record‑keeping, planning, attention to detail and time‑management skills.

Natera™ is a global leader in cell‑free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is 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. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

• Competitive benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents; free testing and fertility care benefits; pregnancy and baby bonding leave; 401(k) benefits; commuter benefits and more.
• Generous employee referral program.

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, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to 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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Pay range: $96,400 – $120,500 USD.