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Lead Biostatistician (Oncology Clinical Studies)

Natera · San Carlos, CA · On-site

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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

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced, independent clinical biostatistician to advance adoption of Natera’s oncology portfolio of cutting-edge molecular diagnostic tests. As a Lead Biostatistician, you will independently lead the design, analysis, and reporting for multiple practice-changing oncology clinical trials. You will propose efficient, fit-for-purpose study designs with broad impact across the oncology portfolio.

What they're looking for

  • Advanced degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field (Ph.D. preferred)
  • 4+ years of experience in clinical trial biostatistics
  • Strong expertise in time-to-event analysis, including handling of censoring, competing risks, and advanced survival modeling approaches commonly used in oncology
  • Expertise with innovative study design (e.g. adaptive and biomarker-informed designs), power calculations, and endpoint evaluation
  • Working knowledge of ICH and GCP guidelines as well as CDISC standards (e.g. SDTM, ADaM)
  • Proficient in R
More about this role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced, independent clinical biostatistician to advance adoption of Natera’s oncology portfolio of cutting-edge molecular diagnostic tests. As a Lead Biostatistician, you will independently lead the design, analysis, and reporting for multiple practice-changing oncology clinical trials. You will propose efficient, fit-for-purpose study designs with broad impact across the oncology portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings deep statistical expertise, strong scientific communication skills, and a proven track record of applying innovative methodologies to oncology clinical trial design in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

  • Study Design and Statistical Strategy: Lead the statistical design and analytical planning for oncology clinical utility studies. Provide technical expertise in complex study design methodologies and data analyses. Propose and justify efficient study designs tailored to complex oncology use cases.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as study statistician for multiple studies. Collaborate with clinical, medical, and translational partners to influence study planning, development, and execution. Identify...

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