United States onlyPOSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Product Manager for Lab operations software / Lab information management system (LIMS) will be responsible for one or more components of Natera’s Laboratory Management Software product strategy and development to support laboratory operations of Natera’s tests. This includes assay execution, sample management, equipment and reagent management, user security management, and lab capacity, scheduling performance planning. The role will lead software development in LabVantage LIMS and be responsible for the product lifecycle from concept to obsolescence. This includes creation of a strategic product roadmap, evaluation and prioritization of new features and programs, creation of product requirements, and evaluation and improvement of product performance.
This software product is a key piece in Natera’s test management software suite that is responsible for all of the steps in running Natera tests – from a patient sample arriving at the lab to the report generation. This role is a tremendous opportunity to influence how tests are processed at Natera and impact the lives of people with cancer, organ transplant and women’s health needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the vision, strategy and roadmap for one or more components of Natera’s Lab operations software / Lab information management system (LIMS)
- Play a key role in building a high throughput lab with automation to reduce COGS, increase turnaround time, and scaling to support high volume.
- Build the software tools that address various Lab Operations software needs from assay execution, sample management, equipment and reagents management, user and security management, and lab capacity, scheduling performance management.
- Collaborate with other software products that are part of the software suite that drives testing from sample to report.
- Partner with Lab Operations leaders and contribute to the strategy of running a high throughput highly efficient lab. Ensure a seamless user experience for the lab operators.
- Define and track KPIs to uncover future product opportunities; analyze relevant data to drive decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in product management including in lab operations software/ LIMS / lab products.
- Strong knowledge of LabVantage LIMS or other LIMS
- Prior experience in implementing LIMS in an NGS lab.
- Prior experience in these key areas of LIMS: sample management, equipment and reagent management, instrument integration, and user and security management.
- Strong understanding of and experience with key areas in running a high throughput highly efficient lab including automation, capacity and performance planning and more.
- Prior experience of having worked in a lab is a plus.
- Proven ability to work with cross functional teams and build rapport with key stakeholders
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Flexible, and agile; willingness to tackle any type of challenge; highly motivated to roll up sleeves and get work done while also thinking strategically.
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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