Associate Laboratory Director

As the Associate/Laboratory Director, you have clinical oversight of Natera’s laboratory testing. You ensure that testing is properly performed, and applicable regulatory standards are met. You are responsible for ensuring that the laboratory implements testing while consistently providing accurate and reliable patient test results.

Responsibilities

Review, approve, and sign-out reports for a variety of clinical molecular/cytogenetic and/or oncologic results, including NIPT, carrier screening, PGD/PGS, products of conception and rare disease testing on platforms including SNP array analysis, NGS, and other methodologies; Oversee the review of genetic and CNV variant data: interpret NGS and microarray results in the context of medical literature, online variant databases and other references along with relevant patient demographic data; Provide clinical and technical support for genetic counselors and other laboratory personnel; Set standards for laboratory testing and acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensure these are maintained; Analyze lab data, contribute to or write publications for high-quality scientific journals; May serve as Technical Supervisor; Manage a team: review and approve assigned work; mentor and develop personnel, including dedicated succession planning and contingency management; Work with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form; Complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training within first 30 days; Maintain current status on Natera training requirements

Requirements

MD/DO and/or PhD in genetics or related field required; Current California license/eligibility as a Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist required; ABMGG board-certified/eligible in Clinical Cytogenetics and/or Molecular Genetics; 2 or more years of experience in a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory setting analyzing, interpreting and reporting clinical genetic/genomic data; Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, California, and New York state regulations; Management experience required; Must be able to discern color visually [or be able to evaluate cellular morphology when applicable] and pass applicable screening assessment

Nice to have

Current Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing from the NYS CLEP

Benefits

Annual performance incentive bonus; Long-term equity awards; Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision); 401(k) with company match; Generous paid time off and company holidays; Additional wellness and work-life benefits; Life and disability plans; Free testing for employees and immediate families; Fertility care benefits; Pregnancy and baby bonding leave; Commuter benefits; Employee referral program