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Territory: South Texas
Natera is a clinical genetic testing company specializing in non-invasive, cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing. We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for our Oncology portfolio to primarily support Signatera, our personalized, tumor-informed minimal residual disease (MRD) test. In this field-based role, you will serve as a scientific expert responsible for engaging healthcare providers, sharing peer-reviewed clinical data, and delivering accurate information that proactively informs disease management.
The MSL operates with a high degree of ownership and urgency, delivering advanced genetic testing data that changes patient outcomes when timing and accuracy matter most. This role focuses on building strong scientific relationships, delivering clear and accurate clinical education, and bringing back actionable insights from the field to change the management of disease worldwide.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish and maintain scientific relationships with oncology healthcare providers and key opinion leaders (KOLs) within a defined territory.
- Deliver accurate, balanced, and clinically relevant education on Natera's oncology molecular diagnostics and clinical data.
- Execute against territory plans aligned to Medical Affairs priorities with speed and agility.
- Identify and communicate field insights, including oncology treatment trends, unmet clinical needs, and competitive dynamics.
- Respond to unsolicited medical inquiries in a timely, compliant, and scientifically rigorous manner.
- Support execution of Medical Affairs initiatives, including advisory boards and medical education programs.
- Maintain an expert understanding of oncology disease states, clinical data, and the evolving diagnostics landscape.
- Collaborate across teams with commercial and clinical functions to ensure organizational alignment for patient care while maintaining absolute scientific integrity.
- Ensure all field activities are strictly compliant with company policies and external healthcare regulations.
- Support and coordinate clinical trial and research initiatives at academic institutions and regional study sites.
- Maintain ownership of field execution by accurately tracking territory engagement and documenting actionable clinical insights.
- Travel 60-70% across the territory for clinical engagement and conferences.
- Adapt quickly to emerging scientific and clinical needs across the oncology portfolio.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced healthcare or scientific degree preferred (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.N.P.), with a minimum of a Master's degree required.
- Prior Medical Affairs or MSL experience in oncology or molecular diagnostics preferred.
- Must reside within the assigned territory.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Technical expertise and the research ability to clearly explain complex genetic testing data and clinical products to oncology specialists.
- Experience establishing strong, collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external customers.
- Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining a strong team-oriented work ethic.
- Thrive and execute without rigid structure, operating with a sense of urgency to solve problems and advance clinical adoption.
- Use clear, straightforward language to communicate clinical evidence effectively without heavy jargon or corporate lingo.
- Demonstrate flexibility and the capacity to adjust quickly to unexpected clinical tasks or strategy shifts.
- High level of personal accountability, ownership, and sound scientific judgment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This is a remote, field-based position requiring daily use of a computer and the ability to travel extensively.
- Duties require flexibility around scheduling to support evening or weekend clinical meetings when necessary.
- Employees must complete required training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance, and security within the first 30 days of hire.
- Must maintain current status on all Natera organizational training requirements.
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!
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.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents.
Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @natera.com email domain ONLY. Email communications from all other domain names are not from Natera or its employees and are fraudulent. Natera does not request interviews via text messages and does not ask for personal information until a candidate has engaged with the company and has spoken to a recruiter and the hiring team. Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.
Position Summary
Territory: South Texas
Natera is a clinical genetic testing company specializing in non-invasive, cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing. We are seeking a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for our Oncology portfolio to primarily support Signatera, our personalized, tumor-informed minimal residual disease (MRD) test. In this field-based role, you will serve as a scientific expert responsible for engaging healthcare providers, sharing peer-reviewed clinical data, and delivering accurate information that proactively informs disease management.
The MSL operates with a high degree of ownership and urgency, delivering advanced genetic testing data that changes patient outcomes when timing and accuracy matter most. This role focuses on building strong scientific relationships, delivering clear and accurate clinical education, and bringing back actionable insights from the field to change the management of disease worldwide.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish and maintain scientific relationships with oncology healthcare providers and key opinion leaders (KOLs) within a defined territory.
- Deliver accurate, balanced, and clinically relevant education on Natera's oncology molecular diagnostics and clinical data.
- Execute against territory plans aligned to Medical Affairs priorities with speed and agility.
- Identify and communicate field insights, including oncology treatment trends, unmet clinical needs, and competitive dynamics.
- Respond to unsolicited medical inquiries in a timely, compliant, and scientifically rigorous manner.
- Support execution of Medical Affairs initiatives, including advisory boards and medical education programs.
- Maintain an expert understanding of oncology disease states, clinical data, and the evolving diagnostics landscape.
- Collaborate across teams with commercial and clinical functions to ensure organizational alignment for patient care while maintaining absolute scientific integrity.
- Ensure all field activities are strictly compliant with company policies and external healthcare regulations.
- Support and coordinate clinical trial and research initiatives at academic institutions and regional study sites.
- Maintain ownership of field execution by accurately tracking territory engagement and documenting actionable clinical insights.
- Travel 60-70% across the territory for clinical engagement and conferences.
- Adapt quickly to emerging scientific and clinical needs across the oncology portfolio.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced healthcare or scientific degree preferred (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., D.N.P.), with a minimum of a Master's degree required.
- Prior Medical Affairs or MSL experience in oncology or molecular diagnostics preferred.
- Must reside within the assigned territory.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Technical expertise and the research ability to clearly explain complex genetic testing data and clinical products to oncology specialists.
- Experience establishing strong, collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external customers.
- Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining a strong team-oriented work ethic.
- Thrive and execute without rigid structure, operating with a sense of urgency to solve problems and advance clinical adoption.
- Use clear, straightforward language to communicate clinical evidence effectively without heavy jargon or corporate lingo.
- Demonstrate flexibility and the capacity to adjust quickly to unexpected clinical tasks or strategy shifts.
- High level of personal accountability, ownership, and sound scientific judgment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This is a remote, field-based position requiring daily use of a computer and the ability to travel extensively.
- Duties require flexibility around scheduling to support evening or weekend clinical meetings when necessary.
- Employees must complete required training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance, and security within the first 30 days of hire.
- Must maintain current status on all Natera organizational training requirements.
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!
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.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents.
Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @natera.com email domain ONLY. Email communications from all other domain names are not from Natera or its employees and are fraudulent. Natera does not request interviews via text messages and does not ask for personal information until a candidate has engaged with the company and has spoken to a recruiter and the hiring team. Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Medical Science Liaison
Match your credentials to EB-2 requirements
MSL roles typically require a PharmD, MD, or PhD, which positions you squarely for EB-2. Confirm your degree is evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluation service before any employer files your PERM application.
Target pharma companies with active PERM history
Large pharmaceutical and biotech employers file PERM petitions regularly for MSL roles. Search OFLC disclosure data for your therapeutic area to identify which companies have sponsored similar positions in the last two years.
Clarify sponsorship intent during early interviews
MSL hiring often moves fast through medical affairs teams unfamiliar with immigration timelines. Ask directly whether the company sponsors PERM for this role, not just H-1B visa, before advancing past the first-round interview.
Understand how PERM job duties affect your application
PERM requires the employer to advertise the role at the minimum requirements, not your specific background. Make sure your current duties align with the posted job description so your I-140 isn't weakened by a mismatch.
Search for sponsoring MSL employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Medical Science Liaison positions by employers with green card sponsorship history. This surfaces relevant openings faster than manually cross-referencing OFLC disclosure files against job postings.
Account for priority date backlogs before accepting an offer
If you're from India or China, EB-2 and EB-3 priority date backlogs can extend your wait significantly. Ask your prospective employer whether they'll file EB-2 and EB-3 concurrently to preserve the earliest possible priority date.
Green Card Medical Science Liaison: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Medical Science Liaison roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most MSL positions qualify for EB-2 because they require a PharmD, MD, or PhD, which meets the advanced degree standard. EB-3 is also available if the role is defined as requiring a bachelor's degree plus experience. Your employer's attorney will determine the appropriate category based on the posted job requirements.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for MSL professionals?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with a six-year limit and an annual cap lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency, and isn't tied to continued employment with a single employer once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days. The PERM process typically takes one to three years before you get a green card, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a temporary authorization window.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Medical Science Liaison positions?
Large pharmaceutical companies, specialty biotech firms, and medical device manufacturers are the most active PERM sponsors for MSL roles. Regional or contract MSL organizations sponsor less frequently. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with documented green card sponsorship history in the life sciences sector, which saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship is unlikely.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on a work visa for an MSL role?
Yes. Employers can file a PERM labor certification with DOL while you're working in valid H-1B or other status. Starting PERM early matters because the priority date is set when PERM is filed, not when I-140 or I-485 is submitted. For candidates from backlogged countries, filing PERM as early as possible in your employment significantly affects how long you wait for a green card.
What makes an MSL job description strong for the PERM process?
PERM requires the employer to list the minimum requirements needed to perform the job, not the ideal candidate profile. For MSL roles, the job description should specify the required degree field, the therapeutic area, and whether field-based travel is part of the role. Inflated requirements or vague duties can trigger DOL audits. A well-scoped job description filed by an experienced attorney reduces the risk of delays or denials.