Job Description

Natera seeks a Senior Scientist for its R&D Assay Development team in Austin, Texas. The role focuses on designing and validating laboratory tests for cell-free DNA diagnostics while leading junior scientists and collaborating across functions in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute verification and validation studies with cross-functional stakeholder coordination
• Lead integration testing of automated workflows with LIMS systems to ensure data integrity
• Conduct experimental work, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for assay performance issues
• Author and review standard operating procedures, study reports, and production transfer documents
• Train team members on new procedures and workflows; provide technical support to lab operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of assay development experience, or Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years
• Deep expertise in molecular biology and assay development through product development cycles
• Knowledge of high-throughput NGS workflows or genetic testing applications in clinical settings
• Experience with design control and regulated laboratory environments
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel and JMP
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

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