Scientist, Research (Epigenomics)
Natera, Inc. - San Carlos, CA
Posted Jun 2, 2026
Benefits
- Parental leave
- Not verified
- Non-birth-parent leave
- Not verified
- Family-building benefits
-
- Fertility benefits: Not verified
- Adoption assistance: Not verified
- Surrogacy assistance: Not verified
- Mental health support
- Not verified
- Relocation assistance
- Not verified
- Childcare support
- Not verified
- Learning budget
- Not verified
- Verification
- Not verified
- Salary
- $117K-$146K not verified - source not recorded; timestamp not recorded
- 401(k) match
- Not verified
Was this benefit information wrong? Tell us.
Market context
- U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)
- $111,944 U.S. median for this role
- Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)
- +13.7% - Much faster than average
17% above the BLS role benchmark for data and ml aggregate.
Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Data and ML aggregate by role bucket.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.
Schedule
- Shift type
- Not verified
- Weekend work
- Not verified
Application
- Cover letter
- Not verified
- Assessment
- Not verified
- Deadline
- Not stated
Where they hire
State eligibility is not yet verified.
About this role
Scientist, Research (Epigenomics) San Carlos, CA The Molecular Biology Research team at Natera is looking for a highly motivated Scientist to join our group focused on developing and advancing Natera's oncology product portfolio. In this role, you will apply your expertise in epigenomics to develop novel cell-free DNA diagnostic assays for cancer detection and disease monitoring. We are looking for a meticulous and dedicated candidate with hands-on laboratory experience in epigenetic assay development who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment to ensure the highest quality clinical assays are developed and launched for our patients. The right candidate maintains broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles in epigenomics and molecular biology with an understanding of their applicability to oncology research. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Independently plan and execute experiments of moderate complexity to develop next-generation automated nucleic acid based diagnostic workflows - Design and optimize assays leveraging epigenetic signals (e.g., methylation) from cell-free DNA for clinical applications - Perform basic data analysis (e.g., JMP, R, Python, Excel), write study protocols, and SOPs - Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams, including data scientists and bioinformaticians - Generate reports and presentations to communicate findings directly to peers and management - Contribute insights towards experimental findings and troubleshoot laboratory processes and protocols. QUALIFICATIONS: - Degree in molecular biology, epigenomics, biochemistry, or closely related fields - PhD with 2 years of experience, or Master's with a minimum of 5 years experience in assay development for the life science industry, with demonstrated focus on epigenetic research KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Read the full description at job-boards.greenhouse.io. FewerJobs shows a preview and links to the original posting.
Apply link not verified; last-live date unavailable.
What verified means
Verified means a displayed claim has recorded source fields, a user-resolvable source, and a full check date.
Related jobs
-
Business Analyst (Top Secret cleared)
ICF International INC - Washington, DC
-
Engineering Project Specialist II (Full Time) - United State
Cisco - San Jose, California, US
-
Electrical Engineer 2
Northrop Grumman - United States-Alabama-Marshall Space Flight Center
-
Staff Engineer NDT
Northrop Grumman - United States-California-Sunnyvale