Senior Clinical Scientist, ECD

Natera

Senior Clinical Scientist leading execution of clinical development for early cancer detection program. Collaborating with cross-functional teams for study design and data-driven decision-making.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $142,800 - $178,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical studies, including study design, data review, and decision-making. Possesses strong analytical skills to assess complex datasets and drive clinical development strategies.

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Clinical Research LeadershipStudy Design ExpertiseClinical Data ReviewIssue ManagementCross-Functional Coordination

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Hard Skills

Clinical Study DesignData AnalysisProtocol AuthoringICF DevelopmentCRF DevelopmentClinical Development StrategyRisk IdentificationOperational Challenge ResolutionAbstract DevelopmentManuscript Writing

Soft Skills

Decision-MakingProblem-SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

PhDPharmDMDMSMPHRN

Industry Keywords

Clinical StudiesClinical ScienceData QualityStudy-Level Decision MakingEligibility CriteriaTimelinesProgram Impact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead substantial aspects of ECD clinical studies or multiple studies
Drive study design, including objectives, endpoints, eligibility criteria, and schedules of assessments
Author and review protocols, ICFs, CRFs, and study documents
Contribute meaningfully to clinical development strategy and study-level decision-making
Lead medical and clinical data review to ensure data quality and integrity
Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Own day-to-day clinical science responsibilities across assigned studies
Drive resolution of study-level issues, risks, and operational challenges
Prioritize activities across studies to ensure quality, timelines, and program impact
Lead development of abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent; MS, MPH, RN with experience considered)
6+ years of experience in clinical research, clinical science, or related field
Strong experience leading clinical studies and contributing to study design
Demonstrated experience leading and executing clinical studies, including clinical data review, study-level decision making, issue management, and cross-functional coordination

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans
Free testing for employees and their immediate families
Fertility care benefits
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
401k benefits
Commuter benefits
Employee referral program