Associate Director, Biostatistics

Natera

Leading a team of statisticians in biostatistics for Natera’s cutting-edge oncology portfolio. Guiding clinical study design and interpretation to ensure scientific rigor and relevant insights.

Posted 4/27/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $174,400 - $218,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct a team of biostatisticians, taking responsibility for their individual deliverables and growth (technical and professional)
Oversee Biostatistics contributions to oncology product clinical validation projects
Lead development of novel statistical approaches and simulations to support innovative study designs.
Produce, review, and standardize high-quality documentation for cross-functional internal and external collaborators and stakeholders
Identify risks, communicate concerns, and champion solutions to cross-functional project teams
Continuously improve the efficiency and efficacy of team through innovative techniques and strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field (Ph.D. preferred)
7+ years of experience in clinical trial biostatistics
Strong knowledge of survival analysis, censoring, and other advanced statistical techniques relevant to oncology
Expertise with study design innovation and power/simulation approaches
Proven track record in mentoring and developing junior staff
Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences and foster collaborative, cross-functional partnerships.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits for employees and their immediate families.
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
401k benefits.
Commuter benefits.
Generous employee referral program.

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Hard Skills & Tools

biostatisticssurvival analysiscensoringstatistical techniquesstudy design innovationpower simulationclinical trial biostatisticsstatistical approachesdata analysisdocumentation standardization

Soft Skills

team leadershipmentoringcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingrisk identificationefficiency improvementinnovationstakeholder engagementcross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Ph.D. in BiostatisticsM.S. in BiostatisticsPh.D. in StatisticsM.S. in Statistics