Clinical Oncology Specialist, Head & Neck

Clinical Oncology Specialist, Head & Neck

Portland, OR;
Seattle, WA

This role covers the Pacific Northwest and Mountain region (including WA, OR, , MT, WY, UT, NV, and NE). We are ideally looking for a candidate based in the Greater Seattle or Portland areas.

Join Natera's Head & Neck Oncology histology team as a Clinical Oncology Specialist (COS). In this high-impact, field-based role, you will drive the adoption and growth of Signatera
, Natera's personalized molecular residual disease (MRD) ctDNA assay, helping clinicians monitor cancer and inform treatment decisions throughout the patient journey.

As a trusted clinical and commercial partner, you will build strategic relationships with key stakeholders across academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, hospital systems, and community oncology practices. You will collaborate cross-functionally to expand access to Signatera while partnering with Radiation Oncologists, ENT/Otolaryngology physicians, Head & Neck Surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Pathologists, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team.

We are looking for a relationship-driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires frequent travel throughout the assigned territory.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop expertise in Natera's oncology portfolio, clinical data, reimbursement landscape, competitive positioning, and internal processes.
• Identify and develop relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), academic medical centers, hospital systems, and community oncology practices to drive adoption of Natera's oncology portfolio.
• Engage H&N oncologists and other healthcare professionals through consultative, clinical discussions that support the adoption of Natera's oncology diagnostics.
• Develop and execute strategic territory plans to identify growth opportunities and influence key clinical and administrative stakeholders.
• Achieve sales objectives and drive growth within the assigned territory.
• Maintain accurate territory activity, customer insights, and sales forecasts while identifying risks and new business opportunities.
• Conduct all business activities with integrity while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of successful medical sales experience, preferably within Head & Neck Oncology, Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, molecular diagnostics, or precision medicine.
• Knowledge of the academic and community oncology landscape, including molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, and reimbursement.
• Experience calling on Radiation Oncologists, ENT/Otolaryngology physicians, Head & Neck Surgeons, Medical Oncologists, or other Head & Neck oncology stakeholders preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, business acumen, financial management, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel overnight as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and influence physicians, key opinion leaders, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to develop and execute territory growth strategies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to communicate complex clinical and scientific information effectively to diverse healthcare audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
• Knowledge of oncology market dynamics, molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, and healthcare reimbursement is preferred.

The compensation package listed is for 1st year OTE, which is 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. On-target earnings (OTE) represent the total potential income an employee can earn by achieving 100% of their performance goals. It combines a base salary with…