Lab Assistant

Position Summary

The role of a Laboratory Assistant I involves receiving specimens and exercising independent judgement in the performance of assigned laboratory tasks. This role ensures all workflow stations within the laboratory are provided specimens in a timely manner, with consideration of turnaround time.

• Assist licensed/certified staff in preparing specimens (i.e., blood tubes, tissue) to be processed for testing
• Receive and deliver specimens to the appropriate workflows and/or labs
• Maintain organization of samples through physical and electronic sample storage and/or disposal
• Accurately enter patient data into the Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS)
• Prepare samples for shipment
• Maintain organization of inventory, materials, and supplies within the lab
• Assist in cleaning lab equipment and benches
• Maintain an updated understanding and knowledge of methods pertaining to the role
• Complete training and other deadlines on time
• Recognize and escalates issues to the lead/supervisor
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects (TAG, 5S)
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner
• Adhere to Departmental Expectations
• Work with PHI on a regular basis in paper and electronic form, accessing various technologies to perform the job
• Maintain a current status on Natera training requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma required
• Science-related degree preferred
• Less than 1 year of industry-related experience preferred
• Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training, and security training within the first 30 days of hire

• Communicating in a team setting
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Proficient with Google Suites and Microsoft Office

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 skills considerations.

This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including:

• 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: $23.49—$29.36 USD

Natera is a global leader in cell‑free DNA 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.

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 and fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401(k) benefits, commuter benefits, and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program.

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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…