Scientific Affairs Writer

Position Summary
The Lead Medical Writer is responsible for managing peer‑reviewed publications and conference activity. The role includes developing a publication roadmap, creating timelines, and project‑managing relevant studies from conception to submission.

Primary Responsibilities

Manage publication and conference roadmaps, and project‑manage timelines for each deliverable from conception to submission.

Drive high‑priority deliverables and provide guidance on publication structure, format, and journal selection.

Collaborate cross‑functionally with SMEs (RnD, Translational Medicine, Medical Affairs, Marketing, Public Relations, Market Access, and Regulatory) to support writing deliverables on high‑priority projects such as clinical trial protocols, reimbursement dossiers, and regulatory support.

Copy‑edit and route documents for review, adjudicate comments in a timely fashion.

Provide expert guidance in handling rebuttals/response letters from journals.

Mentor junior writers in writing, editing, and developing high‑quality graphics and posters.

Mentor junior writers to bring them up to speed with Natera’s Science & Communication processes.

Develop key study summaries for the Marketing team and executive leadership based on content submitted to conferences.

Interact with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure timely development, review, and publication of documents.

Work with third parties—including academic partners, key opinion leaders, and contractors—during the development of technical documents.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or PharmD) in biology, molecular genetics, molecular biology, oncology, genetics and genomics, or another relevant scientific or clinical discipline.

Minimum of 4 years of experience writing/editing scientific documents/publications in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or medical communications industry.

Experience or background in molecular biology/genomics, oncology, or diagnostics is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent writing ability with strong editorial and formatting skills.

Ability to drive complex projects that require input from many stakeholders.

Ability to create high‑quality documents that effectively and clearly convey scientific data, properly identify/target the audience for each document, and communicate key messages clearly and concisely.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work cross‑functionally, collaborate, negotiate with, and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Excellent project management skills.

Ability to prioritize projects and work efficiently with key stakeholders.

Basic to intermediate knowledge of biostatistical and clinical research concepts.

Familiarity with electronic literature search tools and obtaining copyright permissions.

Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills; experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) is a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Duties are typically performed in an office setting and environment.

This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone, and read printed material.

Duties may require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) at times.

Compensation
Remote USA

$120,000—$165,000 USD

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.

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 and fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401(k) benefits, commuter benefits, and more. We also offer a generous employee referral program.

Equal Opportunity Statement
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.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

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