Natera · 22 hours ago
Associate Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $112K/yr
2+ years expNatera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. The Associate Scientist will initiate and execute laboratory experiments to aid in product development, investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles to potential inventions and products.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth DiagnosticsMedicalWomen's
Responsibilities
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
This role will have occasional access to PHI both in paper and electronic form and have occasional 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
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
Must have hands-on experience with basic molecular biology techniques, including PCR, QRT-PCR, digital PCR, nucleic acids extractions or sequencing
Must be able to handle manual work/pipetting involving high throughput sample testing
Must have 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
Must have excellent communication, organizational, record-keeping, planning, attention to detail and time management skills
Preferred
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
Benefits
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
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
401k benefits
Commuter benefits
Generous employee referral program
Company
Natera
Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.16BKey Investors
Sofinnova InvestmentsLightspeed Venture PartnersSequoia Capital
2023-09-07Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2022-11-15Post Ipo Equity· $400.05M
2022-03-16Post Ipo Equity· $5M
Leadership Team
Steve Chapman
CEO
Jonathan Sheena
Co-Founder, Board Member
Recent News
2025-12-16
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