Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development to lead innovative programs that advance the future of personalized and precision medicine. This high-impact position offers the opportunity to shape clinical strategy, oversee trial design and execution, and collaborate across scientific and clinical teams to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who combines scientific depth with operational excellence and a passion for translating data-driven insights into real-world clinical impact.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the overall strategy, design, and execution of clinical and pre-clinical development programs.

Develop scientifically rigorous clinical trial protocols and ensure regulatory and ethical compliance.

Oversee preparation of core materials, including clinical development plans, regulatory submissions, and study documentation.

Present program strategies and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership and advisory boards.

Collaborate with contract research organizations (CROs), academic partners, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful trial delivery.

Partner with regulatory authorities and scientific collaborators to support study progress and milestone achievement.

Manage budgets, timelines, and risks to ensure excellence in clinical program execution.

Qualifications

Advanced degree required (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent);MD strongly preferred.

10+ years of experience in clinical and/or pre-clinical development within biotechnology or pharmaceutical organizations.

Proven track record in leading clinical programs and cross-functional teams.

Expertise in clinical trial design, regulatory strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

Background in oncology,immuno-oncology, or precision medicine.

Experience with biomarker-driven trials and translational research.

Demonstrated success managing global studies and external partnerships.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of personalized medicine. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and innovators committed to advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.

# pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Remote USA**$268,600—$340,000 USD**

Compensation & Total Rewards

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

This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s 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 $268,600—$335,700 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s 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, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll 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!

For more information, visit www.natera.com.

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

*If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents. *

Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/

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