Associate Director, Oncology Lifecycle Management - Hematologic Oncology
Position Summary
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, focusing on improving disease management in reproductive health, oncology, and organ transplantation. Signatera is a personalized MRD test for patients previously diagnosed with cancer, covered by Medicare for various solid tumors. As an Associate Director of Oncology Lifecycle Management for Hematologic Malignancies, you will shape strategic directions and drive execution.
Primary Responsibilities
Own the lifecycle planning and successful product launch for a diagnostic portfolio in Hematologic Malignancies, including Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma (MM), and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute a strategic plan that drives usage, awareness, and advocacy across key stakeholders worldwide.
Lead a MM/CLL Lifecycle Team accountable for progress on tumor goals and deploying resources to maximize outcomes.
Establish tumor-specific goals to be owned by the lifecycle team and across functions.
Serve as a critical member of clinical/medical teams, helping define and prioritize key indications while identifying and addressing evidence gaps.
Serve as a critical member on commercial subteams, helping to maximize Natera potential by escalating and addressing critical barriers that limit commercial adoption.
Maintain a deep expertise in the Hematology Oncology space by integrating real-time customer insights, publications, data presentations, competitive and market intelligence.
Drive market access efforts, leading the development of reimbursement dossiers for Medicare/MolDx and commercial payers to secure coverage for non-covered indications.
Develop and execute KOL engagement strategies, collaborating with marketing and medical teams to gather insights, build relationships, and foster advocacy.
Shape the value proposition for Natera’s oncology products in collaboration with Medical Affairs and Commercial Marketing, leveraging clinical evidence and market dynamics.
Co-lead advisory boards and market research efforts in partnership with Medical Affairs.
Regularly present strategic plans and progress to executive leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; advanced degree preferred (MBA or PhD)
Hematologic oncology experience strongly preferred
5+ years experience in product marketing, market analytics at a pharmaceutical / biotech company
Previous KOL management experience preferred
Working knowledge of oncology molecular testing / biomarkers
~25% travel required (advisory boards, congresses, sales / marketing meetings, customer meetings)
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to lead without authority, influence and inspire individuals
Proven strategic agility with an enterprise mindset and ability to operate with executive presence
Strong customer orientation and focus, particularly establishing thought leader relationships
Proven ability to communicate the complex simply (biomarkers, multiple indications, etc.)
Strong organizational / time management skills; manage and complete multiple projects
Pay Range
$133,600—$167,000 USD
Compensation & Total Rewards
This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
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!
Contact Information
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