Natera

Biotechnology

ProgramManager

$135–185k ~AI est. San Carlos, California, United States
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The Brief

“Program Manager at Natera. Skills: Cross-functional program management, Clinical study operations, Stakeholder management. Provide cross-functional program management. Support clinical studies”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure clinical studies executed efficiently; Ensure clinical studies executed according to timelines; Ensure studies remain on track

Industry & Context.

Biotechnology
Problems you'll solve

Risk identification; Issue resolution

Eligibility Requirements

Work outside normal business hours, Extended periods of sitting, Computer-based work

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, 3+ years program management experience, 3+ years project management experience, Experience supporting clinical trials, Experience supporting clinical studies

Nice to Have

Coordinating work between clinical, laboratory, and research organizations, Program or project management certification, Formal project management training, Experience using Smartsheet, Experience using Jira, Experience using Confluence, Experience with Labkey

What You'll Do.

Provide cross-functional program management

Support clinical studies

Coordinate activities and communication

Lead cross-functional meetings

Document key decisions

Track follow-up actions

Escalate risks or delays

Monitor study operational milestones

Monitor sample logistics

Prepare project status updates

Prepare presentations

Support process improvement initiatives

Support operational workflows

Assist with study documentation

Assist with SOP coordination

Assist with protocol operationalization

Assist with operational deliverables

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Scientific teams; Clinical teams; Operational teams; Leadership teams; External partners

Communication Scope

Present status updates

Process & Methodology

Program management, Project management

Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Manager of Clinical Study Operations provides cross-functional program management support for Organ Health and Women’s Health clinical studies during a temporary maternity leave coverage period. This role is responsible for coordinating activities between Scientific Operations, Clinical Study teams, Research, Laboratory Operations, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure clinical studies are executed efficiently and according to timelines. The individual will drive communication, track deliverables, manage risks and dependencies, and support operational execution across multiple concurrent studies in a fast-paced environment. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide day-to-day cross-functional program management within Scientific Operations to support Organ Health and Women’s Health clinical studies. Coordinate activities and communication between Scientific Operations, Clinical Operations, Research, Laboratory Operations, Data Management, and external partners as needed. Lead recurring cross-functional meetings, document key decisions, track follow-up actions, and escalate risks or delays appropriately. Monitor study operational milestones, sample logistics, deliverables, and dependencies to ensure studies remain on track. Prepare project status updates, and presentations for functional leadership and stakeholders. Support process improvement initiatives and operational workflows related to clinical study execution. Assist with study documentation, SOP coordination, protocol operationalization, and other operational deliverables as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Clinical Research, or related field required. 3+ years of program or project management experience in biotechnology, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, or clinical research environments. Demonstrated experience supporting clinical trials or clinical studies across cross-functional teams. Experience coordinating work between clinical, laboratory, and re

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