Clinical Oncology Specialist, Breast

Natera•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Natera is hiring a Clinical Oncology Specialist for its newly established Breast Oncology specialty team. This tumor-specific field role focuses on accelerating adoption and growth of Signatera, Natera’s MRD ctDNA test. The specialist serves as a strategic field partner and representative of Natera Oncology, building trusted, value-driven relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare organizations, including integrated delivery networks, academic medical centers, hospital systems, and select community oncology practices. Key stakeholders include breast surgeons, breast radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and pathologists. The territory covers the Keystone region, including the Eastern Shore, New Jersey, and Philadelphia areas; candidates based in Philadelphia are preferred. The role requires frequent travel, approximately 75% by road and air, including overnight travel as needed. The position calls on targeted physicians and practices to promote Natera’s oncology products and services, deliver clinical education, and influence clinical decision-making and product adoption at provider and system levels. Compensation includes a competitive base salary, uncapped quarterly commissions, a car allowance, and Restricted Stock Units. The stated first-year on-target earnings range is $195,000–$225,000 USD; OTE is a potential estimate based on achieving 100% of performance goals and is not guaranteed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Ability to travel frequently, including overnight travel as needed; travel is approximately 75% by road and air.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.
Strong clinical understanding of oncology and molecular diagnostics.
Ability to navigate complex healthcare systems and engage senior stakeholders.
Strategic, forward-thinking, and data-driven mindset.
Proven leadership and business acumen.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of successful experience in breast oncology, surgical sales, or molecular diagnostics preferred.
Deep knowledge of academic and community oncology markets, precision medicine, and the reimbursement landscape.
Philadelphia-area residence is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a strategic territory plan focused on growth and account penetration.
Identify and engage key opinion leaders and key accounts to integrate Signatera into clinical decision-making.
Drive new business development while expanding and deepening existing relationships.
Maximize return on investment through consistent sales activity and cross-functional collaboration.
Deliver clinical education to physicians and care teams.
Serve as a trusted resource in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
Build understanding of Natera’s oncology solutions, internal processes, and competitor landscape.
Call on targeted physicians and practices to promote Natera’s oncology products and services.
Drive product adoption by influencing clinical decision-making at the provider and system level.
Monitor account performance and market trends, escalate issues, and identify new opportunities.
Conduct business ethically, transparently, and professionally.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and uncapped quarterly commissions.
Car allowance.
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
Free testing for employees and immediate families.
Fertility care benefits.
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
401(k) benefits.
Commuter benefits.
Employee referral program.