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Associate Director, Clinical Science

Natera · US Remote · Remote

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About Natera

Dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Natera’s cell-free DNA tests help protect health and inform more personalized decisions about care. Backed by Lightspeed and Sequoia.

About the role

Join Natera as the Associate Director, Clinical Scientist in Oncology. You will execute clinical development strategies for our early cancer detection and cell-free DNA (cfDNA) In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) portfolio, driving the design and execution of rigorous clinical studies that directly impact patient care. Every sample represents a real person, and you will take ownership of study activities, clinical strategy, and the timely delivery of high-quality data. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Ph.D., RN, MS, or B.S. in a scientific field, advanced degree preferred (MS, PharmD, MD, or PhD)
  • 8–10+ years of clinical research experience, including 3–5+ years in a management role
  • Experience in oncology and early cancer detection is highly preferred
  • Experience with project management, clinical research execution, and rigorous scientific writing
  • Experience with In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) is a plus
  • Deep knowledge of regulatory standards and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) is required
More about this role

Join Natera as the Associate Director, Clinical Scientist in Oncology. You will execute clinical development strategies for our early cancer detection and cell-free DNA (cfDNA) In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) portfolio, driving the design and execution of rigorous clinical studies that directly impact patient care. Every sample represents a real person, and you will take ownership of study activities, clinical strategy, and the timely delivery of high-quality data.

  • Develop rigorous study concepts, including study design, schedule of assessments, objectives/endpoints, and eligibility criteria
  • Integrate stakeholder feedback and direct protocol authoring; use data to respond to health authority feedback
  • Support regulatory interactions and author clinical sections for regulatory correspondence and submissions, including briefing documents, presentations, and Investigational Device Exemption (IDE), IND, and NDA filings
  • Provide protocol training and contribute directly to Case Report Form (CRF) design
  • Ensure study manuals align with the protocol and engage investigators directly in study design methodology to ensure alignment with research objectives
  • Actively participate in...

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