Associate Sustainability Analyst
Remote (U.S.) | Travel Required
About Natera
Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to advancing personalized care in oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to innovation, Natera empowers clinicians and patients with actionable insights that improve outcomes and transform the standard of care. As part of our mission, we are building a more sustainable future by embedding environmental and social responsibility across our operations.
Natera is seeking an Associate Sustainability Analyst to support the execution of our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy, with a strong emphasis on sustainability reporting, data analysis, and project management.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a report-heavy environment, is comfortable owning complex datasets and disclosures, and has proven experience independently managing projects from start to finish. You should be able to drive work forward with minimal direction, coordinate across teams, and ensure deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.
The right candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and can confidently communicate insights to large and diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
This is a remote role, with periodic travel required to support on-site initiatives and cross-functional collaboration at Natera locations, primarily in San Carlos, CA and Austin, TX.
Key ResponsibilitiesGHG Accounting, Reporting & Climate Action
- Support the collection, validation, and analysis of greenhouse gas emissions data (Scopes 1, 2, and 3)
- Maintain and improve GHG inventory processes in alignment with leading frameworks (GHG Protocol, SBTi)
- Contribute to ESG disclosures, including CDP, EcoVadis, and other frameworks
- Own portions of reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and on-time delivery
- Help identify and advance decarbonization initiatives aligned with company climate goals
- Track regulatory developments (e.g., SEC climate disclosures) and support compliance readiness
Project Management & Execution (Core Focus)
- Independently manage sustainability projects from scoping through execution and completion
- Develop project plans, timelines, and stakeholder coordination strategies
- Drive accountability across cross-functional partners and ensure milestones are met
- Identify risks, remove blockers, and adjust plans to keep projects on track
- Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining attention to detail and quality
- Apply structured approaches to support scalable and repeatable processes
Sustainability Reporting & Data Analytics
- Support recurring ESG reporting cycles, ensuring timely and high-quality submissions
- Work with large datasets, including data collection, validation, and analysis
- Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and presentations
- Analyze trends and performance to inform strategy and improvements
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Present sustainability data and progress updates to internal teams, leadership, and external stakeholders
- Support development of materials for executive leadership, Board updates, and investor discussions
- Partner cross-functionally with operations, facilities, procurement, HR, finance, and legal teams
- Assist with ESG-related inquiries, including customer and investor requests
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Monitor ESG trends, reporting standards, and best practices
- Identify opportunities to improve sustainability performance and reporting processes
- 1–3 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental consulting, or a related field
- Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline (or clear demonstrated interest in sustainability)
- Experience with ESG reporting frameworks such as CDP and EcoVadis
- Proven experience managing projects, including planning, execution, and delivery
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal oversight
- Strong analytical skills and experience working with large datasets
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Comfortable presenting to groups and communicating technical information clearly
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of ownership and accountability
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed to Natera sites (primarily San Carlos, CA and Austin, TX)
- Familiarity with GHG accounting methodologies (Scopes 1, 2, and 3)
- Experience with sustainability data tools, dashboards, or reporting systems
- Exposure to climate-related frameworks such as TCFD or SBTi
You’ll have the opportunity to shape and scale sustainability initiatives at a fast-growing, mission-driven company making a real impact on patient care while helping build a more sustainable future.
Compensation & Total Rewards
This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and skills considerations.
This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including:
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off and company holidays
Additional wellness and work-life benefits
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!
For more information, visit www.natera.com.
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.
Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/
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What We Do
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. Where some set out to build a test, we set out to achieve a mission: change the management of disease worldwide by using DNA testing to proactively inform treatment. Through a cfDNA technology platform approach, we've pioneered noninvasive testing in unlimited applications—each with their own potential to revolutionize care for patients. #TeamNatera includes clinicians, scientists, biostatisticians, researchers, and laboratory professionals from around the world. Our diverse teams blend a passion for patients with deep clinical, scientific, and technological roots. Natera’s tests are validated by more than 100 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy.
