Machine Learning Scientist

Summary

Join Natera's Bioinformatics Research Team as a Lead/Staff Machine Learning Scientist, contributing to cancer detection through innovative algorithm development and analysis of large-scale datasets. This hybrid/remote position (US-based) requires a PhD in a relevant field with 6-10 years of post-PhD experience. You will collaborate with biologists and clinical scientists, ensuring data integrity and quality control. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in various machine learning models, programming languages (Python), and frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX). Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. Natera offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, as well as free testing for employees and their families.

Requirements

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field with a strong emphasis on cancer epi/genomics with 6-10 years of experience post-PhD
• Deep understanding of core ML models, including generalized linear models, kernel methods, tree-based algorithms, and neural networks and contrastive learning
• Hands-on experience developing and applying deep learning models, large language models (LLMs), and multimodal foundation models
• Proficient in Python and its scientific computing stack (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn)
• Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX; familiarity with LLM-specific tools like LangChain; and model deployment via platforms like HuggingFace
• Strong cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
• High scientific rigor and a growth mindset; eager to both teach and learn new computational and biological concepts

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and validate innovative algorithms and statistical methods to analyze large-scale data sets related to cancer detection
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence
• Work closely with molecular biologists and clinical scientists to solve challenging problems
• Contribute to experimental design and ensure data integrity and quality control

Benefits

• Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• 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!