Associate Medical Director, Oncology (Genitourinary Focus)

The Associate Medical Director, Oncology (Genitourinary) is a critical leadership role responsible for advancing clinical development, shaping medical strategy, and engaging external stakeholders in support of Natera’s molecular diagnostics in GU cancers (e.g., prostate, bladder, kidney, and other genitourinary malignancies). This individual will drive the adoption of cutting-edge diagnostics into routine clinical practice—initially as an individual contributor, with the potential to build and lead a team as the business scales.

This role is ideal for a medical oncologist with deep expertise in GU cancers who is excited to translate cutting-edge molecular diagnostics into clinical practice and shape the future of precision oncology at scale.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Medical Director, Oncology to develop and execute clinical strategies supporting Natera’s molecular diagnostic tools for GU cancers, including minimal residual disease (MRD) and ctDNA-based monitoring.
• Lead the design and implementation of clinical studies and treatment protocols that integrate Natera’s technology into standard GU oncology care.
• Recruit and engage leading principal investigators (PIs) and clinical sites in GU oncology to participate in company-sponsored studies; manage study timelines and budgets in collaboration with Clinical Trial Operations.
• Advise on product development for the GU oncology portfolio, identifying clinical unmet needs, new product opportunities, key product features, intended use, test report content, and minimum validation requirements.
• Provide post-launch medical affairs support, including interpretation of test results, clinical consultation for healthcare providers, and guidance on patient counseling (pre- and post-test).
• Lead medical education initiatives, including external training, launch planning, and the creation of scientific and clinical materials specific to GU malignancies.
• Identify and recruit Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in GU oncology to serve on advisory boards and contribute to strategic planning.
• Support the publication strategy by collaborating with Scientific Communications on manuscripts, abstracts, and conference presentations in GU oncology.
• Contribute to regulatory strategy by providing medical input into submissions related to GU cancer diagnostic products.
• Represent Natera’s medical voice externally through public relations, industry panels, advisory boards, and medical conferences, with a focus on GU oncology.

Qualifications:

• M.D. required (board-certified or board-eligible in Medical Oncology)
• Fellowship training in Medical Oncology with a clinical focus in Genitourinary (GU) cancers
• At least 5 years of post-fellowship clinical experience in GU oncology (prostate, bladder, kidney, etc.)
• Deep knowledge of treatment paradigms, clinical guidelines, and diagnostic workflows in GU cancers
• Minimum 3 years of clinical trial experience in academic, biotech, or pharmaceutical settings
• At least 2 years in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development roles with a track record of success in oncology
• Willingness to travel >30% (primarily U.S.-based, with occasional international travel)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Expertise in clinical trial design, regulatory/compliance frameworks, and biostatistics
• Strong understanding of evolving treatment landscapes in GU cancers (including targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and biomarker-driven approaches)
• Excellent analytical skills and scientific communication ability across varied audiences
• Quick learner with the ability to critically assess Natera’s technology and competing platforms
• Strong project management skills; comfortable balancing multiple complex initiatives
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate across cross-functional teams
• Skilled communicator, persuasive in scientific discussions and presentations
• Patient-focused and passionate about improving outcomes in GU cancers
• Capable of navigating complex systems and influencing without direct authority

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ctDNA, MRD, or liquid biopsy technologies
• Established relationships with GU oncology KOLs and academic networks
• Experience supporting product launches or diagnostic adoption in oncology

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.

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