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Posted on: 02 July 2024

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Associate Director, Biostatistics

POSITION SUMMARY: 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of biostatisticians and statistical programmers advancing Natera’s oncology portfolio of cutting-edge molecular diagnostic tests. As an Associate Director of Biostatistics, you will leverage your exceptional applied statistics and leadership background to oversee the design, analysis, and reporting of clinical trials for multiple high-priority oncology projects. You will develop and exemplify the strategic vision of the team and oversee the career development and productivity of multiple direct reports. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Direct a team of biostatisticians and statistical programmers, taking responsibility for their individual deliverables and growth (technical and professional) 
  • Oversee Biostatistics contributions to oncology product clinical validation projects
  • Provide leadership on the application of both common and cutting-edge statistical methods for studies of varying complexity 
  • Produce and review high-quality documentation for cross-functional internal and external collaborators and stakeholders Identify risks, communicate concerns, and champion solutions to interdisciplinary project teams 
  • Continuously improve the efficiency and efficacy of team through innovative techniques and strategies 
  • Promote, refine, and develop departmental standards for the development and execution of statistical analysis plans.
  • Manage contracts and deliverables provided by CROs as needed.


 QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Minimum of 6 years of clinical trial experience, including at least 2 years experience in a related industry such as diagnostics or oncology therapeutics.
  • Masters in statistics, biostatistics, or equivalent; PhD preferred.
  • At least 2 years of management experience.
  • Previous regulatory submission experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

  • Aptitude for technical leadership and strategic thinking 
  • Proven record of leading a successful team 
  • Expert working knowledge of statistical methodology in diagnostic medicine and clinical trial design, including FDA guidelines 
  • Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for working on cross-functional teams with members of diverse technical backgrounds 
  • Strong track record of producing high quality written documentation for multiple audiences 
  • Prior experience with NGS, genetics, and/or oncology testing a plus 
The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
Remote USA
$154,300$192,900 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.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents. 

Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/

Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @natera.com email domain ONLY. Email communications from all other domain names are not from Natera or its employees and are fraudulent. Natera does not request interviews via text messages and does not ask for personal information until a candidate has engaged with the company and has spoken to a recruiter and the hiring team. Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.

For more information:
- BBB announcement on job scams 
- FBI Cyber Crime resource page 

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