About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Laboratory Manager, Translational Oncology to lead day-to-day operations across
our Discovery and Translational Oncology research organization. This role sits at the intersection
of scientific fluency and operational excellence - the ideal candidate brings hands-on research
experience, a track record of running complex laboratory environments, and the organizational
instincts to keep multiple research groups moving efficiently. You will partner closely with
scientists, facilities, procurement, safety, and business operations to deliver a high-functioning,
compliant, and sustainable lab environment.
Laboratory Operations & Infrastructure
Lead lab build out including assisting with instrument procurement, installation, and
validation.
Own end-to-end lab operations across multiple discovery and translational oncology
research groups, including space planning, equipment lifecycle management, cold-
storage infrastructure, and shared-resource coordination
Lead laboratory consolidation, cleanout, decommissioning, and relocation efforts,
including equipment mapping and workflow optimization
Drive sustainability initiatives (e.g., Green Lab certification programs) and identify
opportunities for energy and resource efficiency
Oversee compliance with EH&S, institutional safety standards, and equipment
qualification requirements
Cross-Functional Partnerships
Serve as the primary operational liaison to Facilities, Procurement, Instrument Services,
Research Supply, Safety, and Business Operations
Work with IT to integrate computational pipelines with existing Natera compute
infrastructure.
Work with lab managers from other departments and facilities in the building to ensure
optimal equipment sharing.
Manage vendor relationships, capital planning, and equipment procurement in alignment
with research priorities and budget constraints
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding of laboratory personnel, including space
assignments and equipment access
Scientific & Team Engagement
Develop functional assays or support translational research workflows as needed, with
the ability to engage meaningfully with scientific teams on operational decisions
Lead recurring lab forums and operational communication cadences to keep research and
operations teams aligned
Mentor and support junior lab staff; model best practices in laboratory conduct,
documentation, and organization
What You Bring
B.S. or higher in a life science discipline (Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry,
or related field); advanced degree a plus
10+ years of experience in a research laboratory setting, with at least 3-5 years in a
formal lab management or operations leadership role within biotech or pharma
Direct experience supporting translational or oncology research programs
Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale laboratory infrastructure projects -
relocations, equipment fleet management, cold-storage optimization, or similar
Familiarity with flow cytometry, cell-based assays, tissue culture, and/or preclinical
research workflows
Experience with single-cell sequencing and spatial genomics technologies is a plus/
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills; comfortable working across scientific,
facilities, compliance, and business operations stakeholders
Experience with sustainability or green lab programs is a plus
Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills; able to manage
multiple priorities across concurrent workstreams
Compensation & Total Rewards
This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera's robust Total Rewards program, including:
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
Compensation Range
$142,300-$177,850 USD
OUR OPPORTUNITY
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women's health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.
The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you'll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you'll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
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