# Lab Manager, RUO at Natera

- Company: Natera
- What the company does: 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.
- Company website: https://natera.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Carlos, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-22
- Apply by: 2026-11-06
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/natera/jobs/6198719004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/natera-lab-manager-ruo/

## 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

Tags: Bio Development