Laboratory Director (ABMG)

The Laboratory Director provides strategic clinical oversight and partnership for Natera’s Early Cancer Detection program. In this role, you will ensure all laboratory testing is performed to the highest standards, maintaining strict compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks. You will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of new testing methodologies, managing laboratory processes and protocols, and ensuring the consistent delivery of accurate, reliable patient test results.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely results for patients; Oversee and review genetic data in the context of patient care; Provide clinical and technical support for testing in the Early Cancer Detection program; Set standards for laboratory testing and acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensure these are maintained; Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and laboratory standards; Document findings and maintain accurate records consistent with internal policies and procedures; May serve as Clinical Consultant ensuring test reports include pertinent information for test interpretation and availability for consultation concerning test results; May serve as Technical Supervisor ensuring appropriate test method selection, method verification, PT program enrollment and compliance, PT report review, corrective action plans, quality assessment/control programs, remedial actions, personnel training and competency monitoring, remedial training/continuing education, and approved procedure manual availability; Review and approve assigned work while mentoring and developing laboratory personnel; Lead succession planning and contingency management initiatives; Regularly handle PHI in paper and electronic formats in accordance with privacy protocols; Complete required HIPAA/PHI privacy, security, and General Policies and Procedures training within the first 30 days; Maintain up-to-date status on ongoing Natera training and compliance requirements

Requirements

MD/DO and/or PhD in genetics or related field required; ABMGG board-certified in Clinical Cytogenetics and/or Molecular Genetics, ABP board-certified in Molecular Genetic Pathology, or equivalent doctoral-level board required; Current California laboratory director license as a Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist or Clinical Cytogeneticist required; Current Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing from the NYS CLEP required; 5 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; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Experience leading a laboratory offering prenatal screening and oncology testing and evaluating, interpreting, and reporting out NGS and microarray data; Familiarity with next-generation sequencing, and/or knowledge of advanced methods of copy number detection; Strong background in human and medical genetics, and oncology with familiarity of online human genomics; Understanding of statistical measures utilized in genetic testing and screening

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 family; Fertility care benefits; Pregnancy and baby bonding leave; Commuter benefits; Employee referral program