Associate Director, Laboratory Operations

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership to assigned laboratory products
• Oversee development, planning, and maintenance of manufacturing methods and processes
• Manage budget preparation, revenue monitoring, and capital expenditures
• Ensure strict compliance with CLIA/CAP guidelines and regulatory parameters
• Lead high-performance teams and manage professional development through coaching and mentoring
• Identify and champion departmental key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Direct production laboratory personnel in method validation, transfer, and in-process testing
• Represent the company during audits, technical calls, and client visits

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in a STEM-related field (Biological Sciences preferred)
• At least 8 years of professional experience
• At least 5 years of leadership experience overseeing manufacturing or a CRO production team
• Experience in Molecular Biology
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing a CLIA/CAP CRO production team

About the Company

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. The company aims to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to enable earlier and more targeted interventions.