Assistant Laboratory Director

Austin, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Review, approve, and sign-out reports for a variety of clinical molecular/cytogenetic and/or oncologic results, including NIPT, carrier screening, PGD/PGS, products of conception and oncology testing on platforms including SNP array analysis, NGS, and other methodologies.
Oversee the review of genetic and CNV variant data: interpret NGS and microarray results in the context of medical literature, online variant databases and other references along with relevant patient demographic data.
Set standards for laboratory testing and acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensure these are maintained.
Analyze lab data, contribute to or write publications for high-quality scientific journals.
Review and approve assigned work; mentor and develop personnel, including dedicated succession planning and contingency management.

Enrollment of the laboratory in a CMS-approved proficiency testing (PT) program for the test performed
Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
Employee must pass post offer criminal background check.
MD/DO and/or PhD in genetics or related field required.
ABMGG board-certified in Clinical Cytogenetics and/or Molecular Genetics, ABP board-certified in Molecular Genetic Pathology, or equivalent doctoral-level board required.
Current Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing from the NYS CLEP required. 5 or more years of
experience in a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory setting analyzing, interpreting and reporting clinical genetic/genomic data.
Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, California, and New York state regulations.
Management experience required.
Experience leading a laboratory offering prenatal screening and oncology testing and evaluating, interpreting, and reporting out NGS and microarray data.
Familiarity with next-generation sequencing, and/or knowledge of advanced methods of copy number detection.
Strong background in human and medical genetics, and oncology with a familiarity of online human genomics.
Understanding of statistical measures utilized in genetic testing and screening.
Duties typically performed in BSL-2 lab setting.
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health.

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.
Austin, TX $134,100 — $167,600 USD OUR OPPORTUNITY
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.
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

For more information, visit www.natera.com .
Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/
Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @ natera.com email domain ONLY.

As the Laboratory Director and one of our Laboratory Directors, you have clinical oversight of Natera’s laboratory testing. You ensure that testing is properly performed, and applicable regulatory standards are met.
You are responsible for ensuring that the laboratory implements testing while consistently providing accurate and reliable patient test results. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide clinical and technical support for genetic counselors and other laboratory personnel.
May serve as Clinical Consultant. The Clinical Consultant is responsible for ensuring:
Test reports include pertinent information for test interpretation, and
Availability for consultation concerning test results and the interpretation of those results as they relate to specific patient conditions
May serve as Technical Supervisor. The Technical Supervisor is responsible for ensuring:
Adequate method verification to determine the accuracy and precision of the test
PT samples are tested in accordance with the CLIA requirements
PT results are returned within the time frames established by the PT program