Laboratory Systems Scientist

Location: On-Site in Boulder CO (Foresight Dx business unit a Natera company)

Foresight Diagnostics is a molecular diagnostics company pioneering non-invasive cancer detection through highly sensitive cell-free DNA-based liquid biopsy technologies. Our proprietary methods - originally developed at Stanford University - are designed to detect smaller tumors earlier and enable more personalized treatment strategies for patients with cancer.

We sit at the intersection of molecular biology bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing (NGS) and we translate rigorous science into clinically meaningful solutions. Following our acquisition by Natera we now combine the agility of a mission-driven startup with the scale and resources of a global leader in cell-free DNA testing. Its an exciting moment to join us.

Headquartered in Boulder Colorado our team operates in a high accountability collaborative environment where quality and continuous improvement arent just values - theyre how we work every day.

About The Role

The Laboratory Systems Scientist at Foresight Diagnostics will be responsible for supporting laboratory operations infrastructure as a technical SME. The Laboratory Systems Scientist will collaborate with research development clinical bioinformatics software operations regulatory quality to enable laboratory system development implementation and maintenance. This is a full-time position based in Colorado working standard business hours in a startup company that will require the flexibility to work diverse schedules including evenings weekends and holidays for critical deliverables. This position will report to the Senior Manager Operational Excellence & Process Engineering.

What You Will Do

• Operate as a technical SME and stakeholder dedicated to development implementation and release testing for laboratory non-product software and automation solutions.
• Collaborate with the Program Management and laboratory leadership to extract capture and refine user needs and requirements for software and automation solutions.
• Under the guidance of the Senior Manager and Laboratory Director develop PQ validation and verification plans and execute to protect and scale Foresights laboratory operations without impact to capacity and clinical testing in alignment with CAP CLIA NYSDOH and other regulations.
• Interpret and present data and results of all analysis according to set procedures and guidelines and draft reports for PQ validation and/or verification activities.
• Identify and resolve problems that may adversely affect equipment automation or test performance.
• Partner with Automation Engineering to support automation development process improvements and knowledge tech transfer to facilitate comprehensive PQ validation and/or verification plans for automation implementation or return to service.
• Identify operational process improvements and efficiencies present to operations leadership quality and efficiency solutions and collaborate cross functionally to execute on approved solutions to protect and scale laboratory operations.
• Develop and implement internal equipment management and maintenance programs to ensure high performance of equipment and instrumentation within Foresights laboratory supporting research regulated and clinical testing.
• Partner with Automation Engineering to develop and implement routine maintenance programs for the automated platforms
• Author standard operating procedures (SOPs) process maps decision trees and/or training program materials to facilitate successful implementation of laboratory systems into the laboratory testing workflow. Support in the creation of training materials.
• Maintain proficiency in wet lab processes to operate on the bench when lab staffing capacity training and sample criticality require.

What You Will Bring

• 4 years of experience of relevant laboratory work experience or 2 years with MS or PhD.
• 2 years of experience in CAP CLIA NYSDOH ISO 13485/15189 environments.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in chemical physical biological or clinical laboratory scientist or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Experience performing complex molecular biology workflows ideally NGS workflows.
• Previous experience designing and performing validations and verifications process development and process-directed documentation.
• Experience with agile-scrum methodology and collaboration with laboratory software and bioinformatics teams.
• Experience with laboratory batch records LIMS FreezerPro and other laboratory software solutions.
• Experience in complex problem solving and risk management/mitigation (i.e. identify potential equipment automation or chemistry failures).
• Analytical and operational skills with an ability to identify meaningful insights from complex data.
• Energy motivation and flexibility with excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently with strong attention to timeline and performance metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment establish and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think critically to overcome hurdles and devise solutions.

Compensation & Total Rewards

This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonablyexpect to offer at the time compensation will vary based on experience qualifications and internal equity considerations.

This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Nateras robust Total Rewards program including:

• Annual performance incentive bonus
• Long-term equity awards
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical dental vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Additional wellness and work-life benefits

Compensation Range

$103000 - $115000

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing dedicated to oncology womens 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 youll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry youll be stretched and challenged and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

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. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

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