Medical Science Liaison

Title: Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Oncology

Territory: Northern California

Natera is a clinical genetic testing company specializing in non-invasive, cell-free DNA (cfDNA) and liquid biopsy testing. We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for our Oncology portfolio to primarily support Signatera, our personalized, tumor-informed minimal residual disease (MRD) test. In this field-based role, you will serve as a scientific expert responsible for engaging healthcare providers, sharing peer-reviewed clinical data, and delivering accurate information that proactively informs disease management.

At Natera, we remember there is a person behind every sample. The MSL operates with a high degree of ownership and urgency, delivering advanced genetic testing data that changes patient outcomes when timing and accuracy matter most. This role focuses on building strong scientific relationships, delivering clear and accurate clinical education, and bringing back actionable insights from the field to change the management of disease worldwide.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and maintain scientific relationships with oncology healthcare providers and key opinion leaders (KOLs) within a defined territory.
• Deliver accurate, balanced, and clinically relevant education on Natera’s oncology molecular diagnostics and clinical data.
• Drive territory strategy quickly and adapt as Medical Affairs priorities shift.
• Identify and communicate field insights, including oncology treatment trends, unmet clinical needs, and competitive dynamics.
• Respond to unsolicited medical inquiries in a timely, compliant, and scientifically rigorous manner.
• Support execution of Medical Affairs initiatives, including advisory boards and medical education programs.
• Act as a subject matter expert on oncology disease states, clinical data, and the broader diagnostics market.
• Partner closely with commercial and clinical teams to support patient care without compromising scientific truth.
• Take personal accountability for doing things the right way, adhering strictly to healthcare regulations and internal standards.
• Support and coordinate clinical trial and research initiatives at academic institutions and regional study sites.
• Accurately track territory engagement and document actionable clinical insights.
• Travel extensively (over 60%) across the territory for clinical engagement and conferences.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Advanced healthcare or scientific degree preferred (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.N.P.), with a minimum of a Master's degree required.
• Prior Medical Affairs or MSL experience in oncology or molecular diagnostics preferred.
• Must reside within the assigned Northern California territory.
• Technical expertise and the research ability to clearly explain complex genetic testing data and clinical products to oncology specialists.
• Experience establishing strong, collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external customers.
• Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining a strong team-oriented work ethic.
• Navigate ambiguity effectively and take the initiative to build structure and processes where none currently exist.
• Use clear, straightforward language to communicate clinical evidence effectively without heavy jargon.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the capacity to adjust quickly to unexpected clinical tasks or strategy shifts.
• High level of personal accountability, ownership, and sound scientific judgment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is a remote, field-based position requiring daily use of a computer and the ability to travel extensively.
• Duties require flexibility around scheduling to support evening or weekend clinical meetings when necessary.
• Employees must complete required training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance, and security within the first 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain current status on all Natera organizational training requirements.

The 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

$155,000—$195,000 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!

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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.

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