Natera · 9 hours ago
Lead Medical Lab Scientist
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expNatera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, focused on oncology, women’s health, and organ health. They are seeking a Lead Medical Lab Scientist who will be responsible for processing and analyzing specimens, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with a team to ensure quality control and adherence to protocols.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth DiagnosticsMedicalWomen's
Responsibilities
Performs testing and/or analysis of clinical laboratory specimens with little to no errors by performing automated and manual steps of the assay
Participates in validations
Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols
Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common errors
Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor
Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices
Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable)
Assists teammates in completing daily tasks
Assists with experimental data review (as needed)
May serve as an SME within the department and conduct presentations
Participates in Projects and initiatives initiated by the department/external departments
Assists lead/supervisor in training new hires and/or assists lead and supervisor in training and implementation of new process changes (as needed)
Go-to person when lead/supervisor is not available
Trains new hires with the current lab processes and assists supervisor in training/implementation of new process changes
Expert in the entire lab process, able to identify/troubleshoot issues before they arise
Performs and completes independent continuous improvement project Yellow Belt or higher
Assists in planning workflow
Efficiently work intra and inter-departmentally to provide support and solutions for workflow
Assist with internal audits and inspection preparation, as needed
Exercise judgment on clinical decisions where appropriate
Assists supervisor in completing side projects assigned by the manager
Assist Supervisor in ensuring new laboratory changes are implemented properly on the laboratory floor
Proactively seek and lead areas of laboratory improvement with management approval
Investigate/follows up on lab errors (NCR)
Assists manager with completion/review of regular competency assessments
Expert of the entire lab process, able to identify/troubleshoot issues before they arise
Performs and completes independent continuous improvement project Yellow Belt or higher
Efficiently work intra and inter-departmentally to provide support and solutions for workflow
Provides feedback during performance evaluations for team members
Assists manager in initiating and completing CAPAs
Collaborates with Manager to resolve personnel issues
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment
A bachelor's, or higher, degree in medical technology or laboratory science or a bachelor's, or higher, degree in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences
Current MT/MDxT/CLS/MB certification from ASCP, AMT or AAB is required
A copy of the degree is required upon time of hire. Degrees must be from the US or equivalent
Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills
Experience in Molecular Biology
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Word processing and data management skills
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
401k benefits
Commuter benefits
Generous employee referral program
Company
Natera
Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (90)
2024 (72)
2023 (37)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.16BKey Investors
Sofinnova InvestmentsLightspeed Venture PartnersSequoia Capital
2023-09-07Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2022-11-15Post Ipo Equity· $400.05M
2022-03-16Post Ipo Equity· $5M
Leadership Team
Steve Chapman
CEO
Jonathan Sheena
Co-Founder, Board Member
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