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’s Oncology Research Use Only (RUO) team as the Laboratory Manager . You will take ownership of the physical operations, asset management, and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) compliance for a high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) research laboratory. This environment supports internal and externally contracted research studies rather than clinical diagnostic reporting.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a related field
- At least two years of hands-on laboratory experience, lab management experience is strongly preferred
- Deep technical knowledge of laboratory safety procedures
- Practical knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and database query tools
- Rigorous organization and prioritization skills to keep equipment, inventory, and multiple project timelines on track
- Proactive problem-solving capabilities to anticipate bottlenecks and resolve them before they impact project deadlines
More about this role
Join Natera’s Oncology Research Use Only (RUO) team as the Laboratory Manager . You will take ownership of the physical operations, asset management, and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) compliance for a high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) research laboratory. This environment supports internal and externally contracted research studies rather than clinical diagnostic reporting. You will operate with pace and rigor, using data to anticipate bottlenecks and treating lab compliance as the foundation of execution.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized laboratory that meets institutional and company standards
- Establish and enforce workspace organization standards, including bench layouts, labeling conventions, shared-equipment zones, and waste segregation
- Own housekeeping schedules, decontamination routines, and general lab organization, coordinating cleaning and biohazard or chemical waste pickup
- Ensure adequate stocking and organization of consumables at the point of use
- Serve as the point of contact for lab safety, ensuring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) availability, spill readiness, and adherence to EH&S requirements
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