Vice President, Oncology Lifecycle Leader (GI)

Summary

Join Natera, a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, as the Vice President, Oncology Lifecycle Leader (GI). Lead a team in shaping the vision and strategy for Natera’s oncology product portfolio in GI cancers. Drive a cross-functional approach, partnering with various teams to position products effectively. Own the GI disease area strategy and make high-impact decisions to maximize clinical and commercial success. Responsibilities include lifecycle planning, expanding Signatera access, team leadership, goal setting, serving on clinical/medical teams, performance monitoring, and strategic presentations to executive leadership. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred), significant experience in product marketing and market analytics within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, and a strong understanding of oncology molecular testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, Advanced degree preferred (MBA or PhD)
• 10-15 years experience in product marketing, market analytics at a pharmaceutical / biotech company
• Working knowledge of oncology molecular testing / biomarkers

Responsibilities

• Own the lifecycle planning and success of GI cancers, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute a strategic plan that drives usage, awareness, and advocacy across key stakeholders worldwide
• Expand Signatera access across GI tumors – prioritize key indications, own evidence roadmaps, close evidence gaps and submit for coverage
• Lead and inspire teams – Manage a team of 2-3 GI specific Lifecycle Leaders, operating with a culture of accountability and collaboration
• Establish tumor-specific goals to be owned by the lifecycle team and across functions
• Serve as a critical member on clinical / medical teams, helping define and prioritize key indications while identifying and addressing evidence gaps
• Monitor performance & mitigate risks – In close partnership with Marketing team, track performance and deliver against GI commercial and medical goals, identifying potential issues / risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Serve as a critical member on commercial subteams, helping to maximize Natera potential by escalating and addressing critical barriers that limit commercial adoption
• Maintain a deep expertise in the GI cancers space by integrating real-time customer insights, publications, data presentations, competitive and market intelligence
• Shape the value proposition for Natera’s oncology products in collaboration with Medical Affairs and Commercial Marketing, leveraging clinical evidence and market dynamics
• Regularly present strategic plans and progress to executive leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• GI oncology market experience
• Previous KOL management experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Generous employee referral program