[Remote] Senior Clinical Scientist, ECD

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. They are seeking a Senior Clinical Scientist to lead the execution of clinical development for their early cancer detection program, focusing on study leadership, clinical data review, and cross-functional collaboration.ResponsibilitiesLead substantial aspects of ECD clinical studies or multiple studiesDrive study design, including objectives, endpoints, eligibility criteria, and schedules of assessmentsAuthor and review protocols, ICFs, CRFs, and study documentsContribute meaningfully to clinical development strategy and study-level decision-makingContribute to process improvements and development of best practicesLead medical and clinical data review to ensure data quality and integrityAnalyze complex datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunitiesTranslate data into actionable insights that inform study and program decisionsPartner with safety and medical teams on signal detection and escalationOwn day-to-day clinical science responsibilities across assigned studiesDrive resolution of study-level issues, risks, and operational challengesPartner closely with Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Biostatistics to monitor study conduct, data quality, enrollment performance, and milestone deliveryMake study-level decisions and recommendations in ambiguous situations with limited oversightRepresent Clinical Science in internal and external forums (e.g., investigators, KOLs)Prioritize activities across studies to ensure quality, timelines, and program impactActively monitor study conduct, enrollment performance, protocol compliance, and clinical data quality across studiesIdentify operational risks early and implement corrective actions to maintain study timelines and qualityLead development of abstracts, presentations, and manuscriptsTranslate clinical and statistical results into clear scientific narrativesSupport internal decision-making and external evidence generationSkillsAdvanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent; MS, MPH, RN with experience considered)6+ years of experience in clinical research, clinical science, or related fieldStrong experience leading clinical studies and contributing to study designDemonstrated experience leading and executing clinical studies, including clinical data review, study-level decision making, issue management, and cross-functional coordinationExperience in oncology, diagnostics, or early cancer detectionExperience working across multiple studies or programsTrack record of scientific publications and conference presentationsBenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependentsNatera employees and their immediate families receive free testingFertility care benefitsPregnancy and baby bonding leave401k benefitsCommuter benefitsGenerous employee referral programCompany OverviewNatera specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in San Carlos, California, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.natera.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipNatera has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2026, 90 in 2025, 72 in 2024, 37 in 2023, 71 in 2022, 64 in 2021, 40 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.