🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll conduct pre-product research to develop cutting-edge NGS technologies and expand Natera's technology portfolio. Your work will directly impact novel nucleic acid-based diagnostic methods for oncology, women's health, and organ health. This role offers the chance to collaborate with top statisticians and geneticists in a global leader in cfDNA testing.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Lead research projects to design novel diagnostic methods
• Define project plans and coordinate milestones
• Execute complex lab experiments and analyze data
• Propose innovative solutions to advance research objectives

📋 Requirements

• Ph.D. in molecular biology, genomics, or related field
• 2+ years of industry experience post-Ph.D.
• Hands-on experience with NGS technologies and sample preparation
• Proficient in data analysis using R or Python

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience with target enrichment methods (multiplex PCR, hybrid capture)
• Track record of advancing NGS technologies from concept to product
• Proven partnership with bioinformatics teams

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏖️ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• 💰 Free testing for employees and family
• 👶 Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 📈 401k benefits
• 🚗 Commuter benefits

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 45 min
3. 3Technical Interview· 60 min