Clinical Lab Scientist

Primary Responsibilities

• Verify the proper specimen being analyzed and perform tests that need to be completed
• Analyze clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures in an efficient manner with little to no errors
• Maintain an updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab
• Follow GLP: maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Complete training and other deadlines on time
• Serve as go‑to person when lead/supervisor is not available
• Assist lead/supervisor in training new hires and/or assist with training/implementation of new process changes as needed
• Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)
• Recognize and escalated equipment malfunctions; troubleshoot common errors
• Recognize, document, and escalated protocol deviations in the lab to lead/supervisor
• Participate in updating departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect current practices
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through proper documentation
• Perform quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable)
• Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition
• Communicate with team and other departments (including via e‑mail)
• Provide feedback on day‑to‑day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor; offer suggestions/ideas for improvement
• Assist teammates in completing daily tasks
• Conduct oneself/herself in a professional manner; act as a role model/mentor to others
• Adhere to departmental expectations
• Work with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form; have access to various technologies to access PHI in order to perform the job
• Complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire
• Maintain a current status on Natera training requirements
• Pass post‑offer criminal background check
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 2‑4 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment
• BS/BA degree (or equivalent) in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or related field
• Current California CLS license or CGMBS license (Clinical Genetics Molecular Biology Scientist)

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Word processing and data management skills

This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

• Long‑term equity awards
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Additional wellness and work‑life benefits

Compensation Range: $47.19 - $58.99 USD

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.

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits for employees and their immediate families
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401(k) benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Generous employee referral program

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.