The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Staff Scientist to join the rapidly ... May manage Scientists or Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * BS, MS. or PhD Degree in genetics ...

26 Natera Research Associate Jobs Hiring Near You
The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Staff Scientist to join the rapidly ... May manage Scientists or Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * BS, MS. or PhD Degree in genetics ...
Senior Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... May manage Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * Typically requires a university degree and a ...
Senior Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... May manage Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * Typically requires a university degree and a ...
Senior Research Associate
Austin, TX · On-site
$69K - $87K/yr
The Product Development Sr. Research Associate will contribute to the design, execution and ... The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory ...
Senior Research Associate
Austin, TX · On-site
$69K - $87K/yr
The Product Development Sr. Research Associate will contribute to the design, execution and ... The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory ...
Staff Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$157K - $196K/yr
The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Staff Scientist to join the rapidly ... May manage Scientists or Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * BS, MS. or PhD Degree in genetics ...
Staff Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$157K - $196K/yr
The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Staff Scientist to join the rapidly ... May manage Scientists or Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * BS, MS. or PhD Degree in genetics ...
Senior Research Associate
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$108K - $135K/yr
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Research Associate with a strong focus on process ...
Senior Research Associate
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$108K - $135K/yr
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Research Associate with a strong focus on process ...
Senior Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$138K - $172K/yr
The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join the rapidly ... May manage Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * Typically requires a university degree and a ...
Senior Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$138K - $172K/yr
The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join the rapidly ... May manage Research Associates. QUALIFICATIONS: * Typically requires a university degree and a ...
Senior Research Associate
San Carlos, CA · On-site
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Research Associate with a strong focus on process ...
Senior Research Associate
San Carlos, CA · On-site
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Research Associate with a strong focus on process ...
Associate Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$89K - $112K/yr
Natera is seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Scientist to join the R&D Platform team, focusing on building scalable assays to advance our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess ...
Associate Scientist R&D
South San Francisco, CA · On-site
$89K - $112K/yr
Natera is seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Scientist to join the R&D Platform team, focusing on building scalable assays to advance our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess ...
Associate Scientist, R&D
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$50 - $57/hr
Join our dynamic and fast-paced assay development team as an Associate Scientist supporting the ... The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory ...
Associate Scientist, R&D
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$50 - $57/hr
Join our dynamic and fast-paced assay development team as an Associate Scientist supporting the ... The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory ...
Associate Medical Director, Gynecologic Oncology
OR · On-site +1
... research setting. * Title and level (Associate Medical Director or Medical Director) will be commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly master Natera's core ...
Associate Medical Director, Gynecologic Oncology
OR · On-site +1
... research setting. * Title and level (Associate Medical Director or Medical Director) will be commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly master Natera's core ...
... research setting. * Title and level (Associate Medical Director or Medical Director) will be commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly master Natera's core ...
... research setting. * Title and level (Associate Medical Director or Medical Director) will be commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly master Natera's core ...
Staff Scientist, New Product Development
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$157K - $196K/yr
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... Ability to manage Scientists and Research Associates QUALIFICATIONS: * MS with 11+ years or PhD ...
Staff Scientist, New Product Development
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$157K - $196K/yr
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... Ability to manage Scientists and Research Associates QUALIFICATIONS: * MS with 11+ years or PhD ...
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... Ability to manage Scientists and Research Associates QUALIFICATIONS: * MS with 11+ years or PhD ...
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the ... Ability to manage Scientists and Research Associates QUALIFICATIONS: * MS with 11+ years or PhD ...
Medical Director - Skin/IO
OR · On-site +1
... research (preferred). * Associate or full Medical Director designation commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly learn Natera's molecular testing ...
Medical Director - Skin/IO
OR · On-site +1
... research (preferred). * Associate or full Medical Director designation commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly learn Natera's molecular testing ...
Senior Research Associate
Austin, TX · On-site
The Product Development Sr. Research Associate will contribute to the design, execution and participation in experiments/tasks to support oncology product development and verification and validation ...
Senior Research Associate
Austin, TX · On-site
The Product Development Sr. Research Associate will contribute to the design, execution and participation in experiments/tasks to support oncology product development and verification and validation ...
Medical Director - Skin/IO
$261K - $326K/yr
... research (preferred). * Associate or full Medical Director designation commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly learn Natera's molecular testing ...
Medical Director - Skin/IO
$261K - $326K/yr
... research (preferred). * Associate or full Medical Director designation commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to rapidly learn Natera's molecular testing ...
Natera is seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Scientist to join the R&D Platform team, focusing on building scalable assays to advance our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess ...
Natera is seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Scientist to join the R&D Platform team, focusing on building scalable assays to advance our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess ...
... research healthcare policy library and state management. Ability to resolve associate issues ... The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory ...
... research healthcare policy library and state management. Ability to resolve associate issues ... The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory ...
Supv, Patient Success
OR · On-site +1
Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY Manage a team dedicated to executing Natera's billing strategy. This ... research healthcare policy library and state management. Ability to resolve associate issues ...
Supv, Patient Success
OR · On-site +1
Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY Manage a team dedicated to executing Natera's billing strategy. This ... research healthcare policy library and state management. Ability to resolve associate issues ...
POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Director, Laboratory Operations a key leader in Natera's lab ... Participate in the drafting of SOW and processing of select research samples through the CLIA lab.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Director, Laboratory Operations a key leader in Natera's lab ... Participate in the drafting of SOW and processing of select research samples through the CLIA lab.
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Do workers at Natera get paid breaks?
75% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.
Does Natera pay people when they’re sick?
72% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.
At Natera, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
86% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.
Is the health insurance from Natera affordable enough for their workers?
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Natera?
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
- 63% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
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Do workers at Natera worry about hours?
90% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.
Do Natera workers get to choose the shifts they work?
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
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How easy is it for Natera workers to change shifts?
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
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69% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and March 2026.
Do Natera managers change schedules at the last minute?
91% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.
Do jobs at Natera spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Natera?
78% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.
Is working at Natera good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
86% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
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Do people at Natera feel treated with respect by their managers?
85% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Do people at Natera get to take their breaks without interruption?
87% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Natera?
69% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Do people at Natera enjoy their jobs?
69% of people report they enjoy their job.
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Do people at Natera recommend working with their team?
45% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Natera?
70% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Natera?
In the last year, 35% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Do people think Natera’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
72% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Natera is doing?
70% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
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Natera rating
7.7
Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
56th of 120 rated laboratories
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. We measure fetal, tumor, or donor cfDNA at the molecular level to help inform personalized health care decisions with a non-invasive test. The Natera R&D Department is looking for a highly motivated Staff Scientist to join the rapidly growing assay development team to help build the future of Natera. In this position, you will be an integral part of high-performing teams across functions to develop laboratory tests that positively impact the business and our patients. A successful candidate will have a deep understanding of molecular biology, strong scientific curiosity and high level of expertise of developing cfDNA assays through product development cycles. You will lead and support dedicated junior scientists and laboratory technicians to plan, execute and manage scientific studies under design control in a regulated environment to help improve and expand Natera's state-of-the-art product portfolios.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead technical projects and associated timelines and deliverables as a subject matter expert and represent the assay development group in cross-functional project teams.
- Drive the planning, design, execution, and reporting of feasibility, development, verification and validation studies under the design control quality system.
- Collaborate closely with research scientists, automation engineers, biostatisticians and data scientists within a dynamic R&D team to develop new and innovative molecular assays.
- Communicate and document experimental data, scientific findings, and recommendations to R&D and other functions including Lab Operations, Scientific Affairs, Product Management, Quality, and Regulatory groups.
- May manage Scientists or Research Associates.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS, MS. or PhD Degree in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry or a closely related field. PhD with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience, or a MS degree and minimum 8 years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of high throughput NGS workflows or other genetic testing applications in clinical settings.
- Experience in developing and validating molecular assays for CLIA lab testing.
- Experience with automation of molecular workflows or assay transfer to automated platforms.
- Experience in managing projects and direct reports.
- Must possess very strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Advanced technical proficiency in:
- Long-range PCR techniques, including primer design and optimization.
- Long-read sequencing technologies (e.g., PacBio).
- NGS assay development using Illumina sequencing platforms.
- qPCR, ddPCR, and multiplex PCR.
- Hands-on experience with high-throughput sample processing and automated liquid handling systems in a CLIA-regulated lab.
- Advanced data analysis skills utilizing tools such as JMP and Excel, comfort with programming languages like Python and R, and proficiency with bioinformatics tools and platforms.
- Knowledge of design verification/validation processes compliant with U.S. and E.U. regulatory standards.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and demonstrated success in collaborative and individual projects.
About Natera
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Industry
Biotechnology research and development
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Austin, TX, US