Natera

Clinical Oncology Specialist, Head & Neck

Natera$195K — $225K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5+ years of experience in medical sales, ideally in oncology or molecular diagnostics
  • Deep understanding of oncology landscape and reimbursement dynamics
  • Experience with key stakeholders in Head & Neck Oncology preferred
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Willingness to travel overnight as needed

Responsibilities

  • Develop expertise in Natera's oncology portfolio and clinical data
  • Cultivate relationships with KOLs and oncology practices to boost adoption of products
  • Engage with oncologists for discussions supporting diagnostics adoption
  • Create and implement strategic territory plans to identify growth opportunities
  • Achieve and report on sales objectives within assigned territory
  • Maintain accurate records of territory activity and customer insights
  • Conduct business with integrity and adhere to company and industry regulations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and support from cross-functional teams
  • Opportunity for growth in a high-impact role
  • Engagement with leading healthcare professionals and institutions
  • Frequent travel to expand professional network and influence
  • Work in a fast-paced and innovative environment
Full Job Description
This role covers the Pacific Northwest and Mountain region (including WA, OR, ID, MT, WY, UT, NV, and NE). We are ideally looking for a candidate based in the Greater Seattle or Portland areas.

Join Natera's Head & Neck Oncology histology team as a Clinical Oncology Specialist (COS). In this high-impact, field-based role, you will drive the adoption and growth of Signatera, Natera's personalized molecular residual disease (MRD) ctDNA assay, helping clinicians monitor cancer and inform treatment decisions throughout the patient journey.

As a trusted clinical and commercial partner, you will build strategic relationships with key stakeholders across academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, hospital systems, and community oncology practices. You will collaborate cross-functionally to expand access to Signatera while partnering with Radiation Oncologists, ENT/Otolaryngology physicians, Head & Neck Surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Pathologists, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team.

We are looking for a relationship-driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires frequent travel throughout the assigned territory.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop expertise in Natera's oncology portfolio, clinical data, reimbursement landscape, competitive positioning, and internal processes.
  • Identify and develop relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), academic medical centers, hospital systems, and community oncology practices to drive adoption of Natera's oncology portfolio.
  • Engage H&N oncologists and other healthcare professionals through consultative, clinical discussions that support the adoption of Natera's oncology diagnostics.
  • Develop and execute strategic territory plans to identify growth opportunities and influence key clinical and administrative stakeholders.
  • Achieve sales objectives and drive growth within the assigned territory.
  • Maintain accurate territory activity, customer insights, and sales forecasts while identifying risks and new business opportunities.
  • Conduct all business activities with integrity while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5+ years of successful medical sales experience, preferably within Head & Neck Oncology, Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, molecular diagnostics, or precision medicine.
  • Knowledge of the academic and community oncology landscape, including molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, and reimbursement.
  • Experience calling on Radiation Oncologists, ENT/Otolaryngology physicians, Head & Neck Surgeons, Medical Oncologists, or other Head & Neck oncology stakeholders preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership, business acumen, financial management, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability and willingness to travel overnight as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to build trusted relationships and influence physicians, key opinion leaders, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to develop and execute territory growth strategies.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to communicate complex clinical and scientific information effectively to diverse healthcare audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating across cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of oncology market dynamics, molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, and healthcare reimbursement is preferred.


The compensation package listed is for 1st year OTE, which are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. On-target earnings (OTE) represent the total potential income an employee can earn by achieving 100% of their performance goals. It combines a base salary with commissions and serves as an estimated figure rather than a guaranteed amount, providing a guideline based on average performance outcomes.

On-target earnings (OTE)

$195,000-$225,000 USD

About Natera

Natera is a biotechnology company that focuses on genetic testing and diagnostics. The company's products are designed to help diagnose and treat genetic diseases, cancer, and other conditions. Natera's pipeline includes products for reproductive health, oncology, and organ transplantation. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
Learn more about Natera
Size
2,670 employees
Market Cap
$4.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$229.7 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+24.1%
Revenue
$391 million
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