Quality Engineering Manage

Quality Engineer supports the quality system processes of the Natera CLIA laboratories and activities associated with CE-IVD kits and software. The Quality Engineer works with QE Manager/QA Director to address supplier issues, nonconformances and corrective actions that impact the CLIA laboratory operations. This position will also represent QA on product development projects. Position will be hybrid with 1-3 days onsite a week. Support internal and external audits (CLIA/CAP, ISO 13485, customer)Responsible for CAPA, Deviation, Change Requests and Nonconformance investigation and reportingWrite/revise procedures and forms; submit to Document Control and assist with training as neededPerform statistical analysis/hypotheses testing (AQL’s etc) as requiredSupport Quality systems compliance to CLIA, FDA QSR, ISO 13485, and HIPAAParticipate in the management of Approved SuppliersFollow established company standard operating procedures and good documentation practicesReview manufacturing/QC batch recordsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:Position requirements are a B.S. or equivalent in science, engineering or related fieldAt least 6 years of experience in medical diagnostic, CLIA laboratory, or Life Sciences industry; 3 years experience in a quality roleAudit experience - internal audits, third party audits and/or regulatory auditsAmerican Society of Quality certifications (CQE) preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of CLIA/CAP regulations, ISO 13485 standard and/or FDA QSRs (21 CFR 820)Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Good technical writing and communication skillsIndependent worker, a self-starter with strong organizational and planning skills Has an ability to be productive and successful in an intense work environmentPreferred skills:Hands on experience with DNA Isolation and Purification, PCR, Cell Culture, Sequencing, Bioinformatics etc.Demonstrated good judgment, excellent attention to detail, excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills are desired with the ability to be flexible and collaborate on multiple projectsThe 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. Austin, TX$94,300—$117,900 USDOUR OPPORTUNITYNatera 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. WHAT WE OFFERCompetitive 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. 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. Email communications from all other domain names are not from Natera or its employees and are fraudulent. Natera does not request interviews via text messages and does not ask for personal information until a candidate has engaged with the company and has spoken to a recruiter and the hiring team. Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.BBB announcement on job scams- FBI Cyber Crime resource page