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Natera · 9 hours ago

Sr Clinical Research Associate

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. The Senior Clinical Research Associate is responsible for the overall operational execution of clinical studies, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulatory requirements while managing study logistics and documentation.

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Responsibilities

Provide high level logistical support for clinical study operations, including study start up, study supplies, site qualification, site initiation, site management, study monitoring, and close out for clinical research studies and collaborations
Develop study-related documents with minimal Clinical Trial Manager guidance including: protocol, informed consent forms, training materials, protocol amendments, monitoring plans, synopses, and ethics committee submissions, as required
Manage small to medium size study contracting, budget, invoicing and payment process for all clinical trial vendors including investigative sites with minimal oversight
Support the Clinical Data Management team in the design and content of case report forms, completion guidelines, including support and testing of an EDC
Manage the preparation, handling, filing, and archiving of clinical documentation and reports according to SOPs and study requirements
Overseeing clinical trial supplies related to biospecimen collection, processing, shipment, and storage as, well as maintenance of associated tracking information
Train CROs, vendors, investigators, and study coordinators on study requirements and provide guidance on site issues
Monitor and track clinical trial progress, provide status updates to stakeholders
Develop new study monitoring plans, and monitor studies following study monitoring plans to identify protocol deviations or data discrepancies
Perform study activities including consent participants for research studies, ethics board submissions, participant data and sample tracking using in-house and CRO databases, for studies where Natera functions as a Clinical Research Site
Update Clinical Department SOPs with guidance from CTM and/or Director
Partner with other research and development groups at Natera to achieve deliverables
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Clinical EDC systemsSOPsICH-GCPFDA RegulationsBio sample managementTrial Master File (TMF)MS WordExcelPowerPointAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsDetail orientedTime management skills

Required

BA/BS degree in life sciences, related field, or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years of experience working on clinical studies in the academic, biopharma, diagnostics, or medical device fields
Experience with clinical EDC systems
Familiarity with the organization and structure of the Trial Master File (TMF)
Familiarity with bio sample management, sample processing, and biobanking best practices
Competency in SOPs, ICH-GCP, FDA Regulations
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead projects
Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to identify complicated problems and propose solutions
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills (both written and oral)
Excellent writing skills
Detail oriented, with solid organization and time management skills
Employee must provide records of current training or complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, Human Subjects Protection, and GCP
Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements including General Policies, Procedure Compliance, and security training
Employee must pass post offer criminal background check

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 specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.16B
Key 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

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Steve Chapman
CEO
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Jonathan Sheena
Co-Founder, Board Member
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