Natera

Natera

Medical Science Liaison

US Remote

Sponsorship not specified$155k-$195kDetected 1 day ago
ComplianceHIPAAPatient CareResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • Title: Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Oncology Territory: Northern California Natera is a clinical genetic testing company specializing in non-invasive, cell-free DNA (cfDNA) and liquid biopsy testing.
  • In this field-based role, you will serve as a scientific expert responsible for engaging healthcare providers, sharing peer-reviewed clinical data, and delivering accurate information that proactively informs disease management.
  • This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with commercial and clinical teams to support patient care without compromising scientific truth.
  • Support and coordinate clinical trial and research initiatives at academic institutions and regional study sites.
  • Accurately track territory engagement and document actionable clinical insights.
  • Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.

Requirements

  • The MSL operates with a high degree of ownership and urgency, delivering advanced genetic testing data that changes patient outcomes when timing and accuracy matter most.
  • Technical expertise and the research ability to clearly explain complex genetic testing data and clinical products to oncology specialists.
  • Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining a strong team-oriented work ethic.
  • Employees must complete required training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance, and security within the first 30 days of hire.
  • Advanced healthcare or scientific degree preferred (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.N.P.), with a minimum of a Master's degree required.
  • Prior Medical Affairs or MSL experience in oncology or molecular diagnostics preferred.
  • Must reside within the assigned Northern California territory.
  • Experience establishing strong, collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external customers.
  • Navigate ambiguity effectively and take the initiative to build structure and processes where none currently exist.
  • Use clear, straightforward language to communicate clinical evidence effectively without heavy jargon.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and the capacity to adjust quickly to unexpected clinical tasks or strategy shifts.
  • High level of personal accountability, ownership, and sound scientific judgment.
  • This is a remote, field-based position requiring daily use of a computer and the ability to travel extensively.
  • Duties require flexibility around scheduling to support evening or weekend clinical meetings when necessary.

Compensation

  • The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are 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.

Benefits

  • 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 in addition to fertility care benefits.
  • Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more.
  • Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

Company info

  • We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

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