Associate Medical Director - Breast

Position Summary
The Associate Medical Director, Breast Oncology 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 breast cancer. 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.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with the Medical Director, Oncology to develop and execute clinical strategies supporting Natera’s molecular diagnostic tools for breast cancer, 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 breast oncology care.
• Recruit and engage leading principal investigators (PIs) and clinical sites to participate in company-sponsored studies; manage study timelines and budgets in collaboration with Clinical Trial Operations.
• Advise on product development for the breast cancer 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.
• Identify and recruit Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in breast 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.
• Contribute to regulatory strategy by providing medical input into submissions related to breast cancer diagnostic products.
• Represent Natera’s medical voice externally through public relations, industry panels, advisory boards, and medical conferences.
• Ensure compliance with Natera’s HIPAA/PHI privacy, compliance, and data security training within 30 days of hire, and maintain ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• M.D. and/or Ph.D. required
• At least 5 years of post-fellowship clinical experience in breast oncology
• Deep knowledge of treatment paradigms, clinical guidelines, and diagnostic workflows in breast cancer
• 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 >40% (primarily U.S.-based, with occasional international travel)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in clinical trial design, regulatory/compliance frameworks, and biostatistics
• 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 breast cancer
• Capable of navigating complex systems and influencing without direct authority