Clinical Research Job Openings

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

Responsibilities

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides care for blood and marrow transplant patients and immunotherapy patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings under the supervision of the attending physician.  The APP is responsible for the primary care of the patient to include assessment, triage and management of the transplant patient as part of a collaborative transplant team.  Responsibilities include obtain medical history, perform physical examinations, review and order diagnostic studies, radiographs and prescribe treatments.  APPs perform bone marrow aspirations, lumbar punctures and are first assists with Bone Marrow Harvests and provide follow-up care of bone marrow donors under the supervision of attending physician.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a Physician Assistant training program or appropriate Nurse Practitioner program and be able to practice in the state of Washington (licensed). 
• Have National Certification as appropriate for profession
• DEA required within 30 days of privileging
• Strong oral and written communication skills required. 
• Basic computer skills are essential. 
• Must be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 
• Must enjoy long-term relationships with patients undergoing intense therapy. 
• Oncology or BMT experience preferred.

Please include a cover letter when applying for this job that includes your specific interest in the Advanced Practice Provider position and working for FHCC (either as an additional attachment on your profile or merged into the file that contains your resume). 

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $111,748 to $176,634 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

Responsibilities

The APP is a nurse practitioner or certified physician assistant who will provide care for patients receiving immunotherapy and cellular therapies as well as standard admissions for chemotherapy or toxicities of treatment/underlying disease.  The APP is responsible for the primary care of the patient as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team led by an attending physician.  Responsibilities include obtain medical history, perform physical examinations, review and order diagnostic studies, radiographs and prescribe treatments. 

Job Duties:

• Works as part on an interdisciplinary team on the inpatient wards at UWMC working 12 hour rotating shifts to cover 7 days per week.
• Performs complex and problem-focused History & Physical; rounds daily with team and attending physician.
• Evaluates and manages all aspects of care for medical oncology and hematology inpatients.
• Performs procedures (bone marrow, LP, etc.) according to licensure, credentialing, and scope of practice
• Collaborates and consults with other disciplines and services
• Communicates changes and transitions from inpatient to outpatient in a seamless fashion and communicates changes in patient’s health status or urgent patient issues to the patient’s primary oncology team.
• Participates in patient rounds, conferences and committees
• Actively participates in clinical aspects of research trials
• Documents patient care data in accordance with the FHCC and UWP policies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Hematology, Oncology, or Inpatient experience strongly preferred.
• Strong team player with a can-do attitude is a must! Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team is essential.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Washington state licensure required
• DEA licensure required upon credentialing
• ACLS required within 6 months of start date.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required. 

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $111,748 to $176,634 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Relocation assistance may be available for this position.

Assistant or Associate Professor, Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Immunotherapy (IMTX) Programs, on the clinical scholar pathway with an approximate 50:50 contribution to clinical service and academic pursuits. 

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) are jointly recruiting a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level without tenure due to funding (WOT), in the Clinical Research Division of the Fred Hutch and the Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine at the UW.  The primary appointment will be in the Clinical Research Division of Fred Hutch. Academic appointment at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic rank. University of Washington assistant professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments and associate professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that both align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.

The selected individual for the advertised position is expected to contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding clinical care and developing excellence in clinical research in autologous or allogeneic transplantation and immunotherapy. All clinical and translational research experiences and interests will be considered, but expertise and focus in an area of potential expansion (for example, non-malignant disorders in adults, gene therapies, other less well represented areas) would be highly desirable. Fred Hutch and University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Teaching opportunities include oversight of advanced practice providers and fellows during inpatient and outpatient rotations, and delivery of informal teaching sessions and formal lectures to providers and the general medical community.

The Fred Hutch, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation and immunotherapy, Fred Hutch and the UW provide a unique environment for conducting translational research and clinical care. The Fred Hutch, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s, is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center.  

At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.

Anticipated Start Date: FY24

Assistant or Associate Professor, Immunotherapy (IMTX) and Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) Programs, on the clinical scholar pathway with an approximate 50:50 contribution to clinical service and academic pursuits.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) are jointly recruiting a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level without tenure due to funding (WOT), in the Clinical Research Division of the Fred Hutch and the Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine at the UW. The primary appointment will be in the Clinical Research Division of Fred Hutch. Academic appointment at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic rank. University of Washington assistant professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments and associate professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that both align with a 12-month service period (July 1- June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July- June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.

The selected individual for the advertised position is expected to contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding clinical care and developing excellence in clinical research in immunotherapy and/or hematopoietic cell transplantation. All clinical and translational research experiences and interests will be considered, but expertise in and focus on cellular and/or pharmacological immunotherapy and transplantation is highly desirable. A portion of the clinical service time is expected to be dedicated to a new inpatient service with a focus on immunotherapy that is under development. Fred Hutch and University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Teaching opportunities include oversight of advanced practice providers and fellows during inpatient and outpatient rotations, and delivery of informal teaching sessions and formal lectures to providers and the general medical community.

Fred Hutch is an independent, nonprofit, unified adult cancer care and research center that is clinically integrated with UW Medicine, a world leader in clinical care, research and learning. Fred Hutch was the first National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in the Pacific Northwest and it continues to lead in blood and bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy, and COVID-19 vaccines. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy, and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.

Anticipated Start Date: FY24-25

Assistant or Associate Palliative Care Program, on the Clinical Scholar pathway with an approximate 50:50 contribution to clinical service and academic pursuits.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) are jointly recruiting a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level without tenure due to funding (WOT), in the Clinical Research Division of the Fred Hutch and the Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine at the UW. Academic appointments at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic rank. University of Washington assistant professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments and associate professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that both align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

The selected individual is expected to contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding clinical care and developing excellence in clinical research in palliative care. This position is in the Clinician Scholar track.

The successful candidate will have clinical responsibilities on the outpatient and/or inpatient palliative care service based on the candidate’s interests (and institutional need). This will comprise approximately 40% of the faculty member’s time.

Fred Hutch and University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Ten percent of the faculty member’s time will be protected for administrative oversite of Palliative Care-related fellowship activities for medical oncology and palliative care fellows. Teaching responsibilities will include clinical oversite of fellows, informal teaching sessions and formal lectures to learners, providers and the general medical community. The balance of time will be spent in research related activities. At Fred Hutch, Clinician Scholars are expected to obtain externally funded research (e.g. grants, clinical trials), but this is not required if they maintain 50% of their time in clinical and/or administrative responsibilities.

The Fred Hutch, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation and immunotherapy, Fred Hutch and the UW provide a unique environment for conducting translational research and clinical care. The Fred Hutch, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s, is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center.

At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.

Assistant or Associate Professor, Pediatric Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Hematology/Oncology Programs, on the clinical scholar pathway with an approximate 50:50 contribution to clinical service and academic pursuits. 

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch), the University of Washington (UW) and Seattle Children’s Hospital (SCH) are jointly recruiting a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level without tenure due to funding (WOT), commensurate with experience and qualifications in the Clinical Research Division of the Fred Hutch and the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, Department of Pediatrics at the UW. The primary appointment will be in the Clinical Research Division of Fred Hutch. Academic appointment at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic rank. University of Washington assistant professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments and associate professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that both align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.

The selected individual for the advertised position is expected to contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding clinical care and developing excellence in clinical research related to the field of pediatric hematopoietic cell transplantation.  Specifically, we are seeking individuals for this position who will have clinical and research efforts focused on transplantation for malignant and/or non-malignant conditions, treatment and prevention of transplant related complications, quality improvement, gene therapy, or other relevant areas of pediatric transplantation.  Fred Hutch and University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. 

The Fred Hutch, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation and immunotherapy, Fred Hutch and the UW provide a unique environment for conducting translational research and clinical care. The Fred Hutch, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s, is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center.  

At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) Department of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology are jointly recruiting a full-time advanced fellow at the Research Associate/Acting Instructor level. This is a full-time, 12-month service period, annual appointment. The primary appointment will be in the Clinical Research Division of Fred Hutch.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

This is a year-long fellowship program with the goal of becoming an expert in BMT and immunotherapy. Rotations will include outpatient and inpatient BMT (autologous and allogeneic, long-term follow-up, etc.) and immunotherapy services. The fellow will initially function as a primary provider with direct patient care responsibilities and will have increasing levels of clinical team leadership over the course of the year. Approximately 8 months will be devoted to clinical activities with the remaining time available for clinically focused research projects. 

Anticipated start date: July 1, 2024

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

• Perform cancer genomic laboratory procedures leading to the formation of an accurate clinical reports using the International System for Cytogenetic Nomenclature
• Works under the direction of Leadership.  Displays significant independence with routine tasks and illustrates solid decision making in non-routine situations

Responsibilities

• Perform benchwork, analysis, and reporting of genetic or genomic assays consistently with a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain lab areas and equipment including QC and validation documentation
• Contribute to an environment of safety and focus on quality
• Perform pre-director tech checking of straightforward and complex cases and reports in areas of high competency
• Contribute significantly to operations beyond routine testing (quality management, methods development, revising or writing SOPs, variance review).
• Assist with design and implement validation efforts or improved processes in area
• Work with members of lab management to improve operations, investigate and implement new technologies, streamline workflow strategies, organize, and evaluate QM records
• Assist with orientation and training of lab staff
• Assist with daily planning to handle workload according to available resources; make solid decisions regarding workflow in the absence of lead
• Be a resource for moderately complex technical issues within area of expertise; be able to offer guidance to proceed. For areas outside personal expertise, provide general guidance and identify additional resources
• Contribute to the continuing education of staff either through directly presenting material or investigating other resources
• Troubleshoot routine equipment or assays issues with minimal assistance
• With moderate assistance, gather and analyze data for lab use, or for potential publication

 Perform as assigned:

• Organize and provide primary tech oversight in select processes
• Document training or competency assessments of other techs to assure all are properly trained and perform to a consistent standard
• Represent the lab at FHCC meetings to address interdepartmental issues, especially technical issues
• Review specimen preparation and testing plans, communicate with clinicians regarding testing recommendation and determine compliance with Pathways algorithms.
• Instruct clinicians and staff in cancer genomic/cytogenetic techniques, history and clinical relevance, and the genetic and chemical basis for lab procedures

Qualifications

Required:

• BA/BS in related scientific field. 
• Typically, at least 5 years’ experience in a Cytogenetics/genomics lab OR completion of a formal certified training program in Cytogenetics/genomics and 4 years’ work experience
• Certification as CG(ASCP)CM or MB(ASCP)CM or international equivalent with on-going documentation of CE comparable to ASCP programs
• Working knowledge of CAP guidelines
• Advanced knowledge of cancer genomics/cytogenetics of hematological disorders and related diagnostic testing
• Robust Troubleshooting Skills
• Strong Communication Skills, including Presentation Skills
• Mature Judgment
• Works independently on routine and non-routine tasks
• Strong ability to apply general guidelines and knowledge to unique situations to make sound decisions
• Demonstrates initiative
• Solid background knowledge of all areas of the lab (though may not have advanced technical proficiency in all areas)
• Solid knowledge of and the appropriate application of techniques required for translational clinical assay development
• Ability to identify, triage, and escalate issues appropriately
• With moderate assistance, gather and analyze data for lab use, or for potential publication
• Solid mentoring skills

Preferred for this job:

• Dual certification as CG(ASCP)CM and MB(ASCP)CM
• Perform effectively amidst stress, continuous change, and ambiguity

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $39.42 to $59.11 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for day-to-day coordination of intervention Phase I-III clinical trials of various complexities. The position will perform tasks relating to the start-up, management and close-out of studies including implementing new study processes with relevant service areas, screening patients for eligibility, tracking patient visits, assuring adherence to protocol schedules of events, and maintaining study records.  The Coordinator will work independently on multiple studies for one or more investigators and report to the Clinical Operations Director.

This positon will be onsite Monday - Friday at our South Lake Union campus. 

Responsibilities

• Prepares study start-up templates and documentation including eligibility checklists, study-specific clinic orders and study calendars
• Serves as main point of contact with sponsors and keeps investigators informed about enrollment opportunities
• Understands study billing plans and directs charges accordingly
• Screens and registers patients; ensures eligibility requirements are met
• Assures consent forms are completed correctly and in entirety and that the consent process is appropriately documented
• Proposes orders for study related clinic procedures such as blood draws, exams, infusions and other procedures according to protocol requirements; coordinates with clinic, pharmacy staff and other clinical service areas to ensure proper documentation and timing of research-related procedures
• Attends clinic visits to update concomitant medications and adverse events and assure subject understanding of study requirements
• Responsible for the maintenance of study databases, including the abstraction and entry of data and CRF interpretation, with assistance from a data coordinator
• Identifies procedural problems, communicates to the PI, and completes patient safety net reporting
• Manages Serious Adverse Event reporting to study sponsors and the IRB
• Screens third party safety reports per institutional procedures
• Assures adherence to research protocols and maintains protocol deviation documentation
• Requests insurance authorization and assures the process is complete prior to initiation of study procedures
• Collaborates with study monitors and responds to findings
• Creates and maintains patient tracking tools; communicates status to sponsors, investigators, management and relevant departments
• Acts as a resource to physicians, investigators, other staff members, and other organizations regarding protocol procedures, data collection requirements and other study related operations
• Maintains OnCore records timely
• Maintains study financial trackers
• Keeps knowledge and skills current by completing mandated training and attending meetings with the study team and the Consortium, such as the monthly coordinator meeting, relevant brown bags, faculty and administrative presentations, and other opportunities of interest

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS I: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
• Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesis study conduct.
• Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS II: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
• Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems. Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
• Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems. Ability to extract data from medical records. 
• Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
• Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections. 
• Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $29.42 to $44.11 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, Integrative Medicine Program, on the Clinical Scholar pathway with an approximate 50:50 contribution to clinical service and academic pursuits.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) are jointly recruiting a full-time MD/DO faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level without tenure due to funding (WOT), in the Clinical Research Division of the Fred Hutch and the Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine at the UW.  The primary appointment will be in the Clinical Research Division of Fred Hutch. Academic appointment at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic rank. University of Washington Assistant Professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments and Associate and Full Professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that both align with a 12-month service period. Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.

The selected individual for the advertised position is expected to contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding clinical care and developing excellence in clinical research in integrative medicine and supportive care. All clinical and translational research experiences and interests will be considered, and expertise and focus in developing symptom management programs to help patients adhere to standard treatment pathways and/or to improve cancer survivorship is highly desirable. The Fred Hutch Integrative Medicine Program collaborates closely with other Supportive Care services, including Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Medicine, Pain, Palliative Care, Psychosocial Oncology, Social Work, and Spiritual Health. Fred Hutch and University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Teaching responsibilities will involve oversight of advanced practice providers, nurses, and fellows in the clinical setting, and delivery of informal teaching sessions and formal lectures to providers and the general medical community.

The Fred Hutch, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation and immunotherapy, Fred Hutch and the UW provide a unique environment for conducting translational research and clinical care. The Fred Hutch, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s, is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center.  

At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.

Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2023

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The purpose of this internship is to provide training to students who would like to pursue a career in clinical research, medicine, public health, epidemiology, and/or social science.

This internship is unpaid. 

Responsibilities

The intern will be trained in a range of skills and techniques, depending on the project assigned. Under the guidance of a mentor, the intern will learn fundamentals of clinical research and will learn or improve the following skills:  

• Better understanding of the conduct of large, multicenter intervention trials and observational studies
• Scoring of assessment tools designed to assess comorbidity burden in stem cell transplantation patients
• Verification of research data
• Developing and giving professional presentations

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program as a junior- or senior-level student.
• Currently seeking degree in basic sciences, pre-med, public health, epidemiology, and/or social and behavioral sciences.
• Able to use Microsoft Office programs.
• Good communication skills and an interest in learning.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good numeracy, literacy and organizational skills.
• Willingness to be flexible in working hours, including working some evenings if needed.

Please Submit:

• A cover letter expressing your interest in working with our research team, specifically
• A curriculum vita

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology Oncology are jointly recruiting a full-time faculty member at the Research Associate/Acting Instructor level. This is a full-time, 12-month service period, annual appointment. The primary appointment will be in the Clinical Research Division of Fred Hutch.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

 At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The selected individual for the advertised position is expected to participate in a year-long fellowship program with the goal of becoming an expert in pediatric bone marrow transplantation and Immunotherapy. This position will rotate through outpatient Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT) services (autologous and allogeneic transplant, immunotherapy, Long Term Follow Up) and on the inpatient transplant service initially as a primary care provider with increasing levels of independent patient care responsibility over the course of the year.  Exposure to some of our unique clinical programs, including non-malignant transplantation, high risk leukemia, and survivorship, will be part of the learning experience as well.  Approximately 75% of the year will be devoted to clinical activities with the remaining time available for the opportunity to participate in clinically focused research projects, which will be determined based on identification of mentors and projects. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.

Anticipated start date would be July 1, 2024.

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

A post-doctoral fellow position is available in the Till Lab, which is focused on developing novel immunotherapies to treat B-cell lymphomas and understanding mechanisms of resistance to those therapies in correlative studies of patient samples from clinical trials. The lab has been primarily focused on chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy, but is embarking on a new project to develop a novel targeted oncolytic viral therapy.

Responsibilities

The fellow will be responsible for developing and executing a project related to current and future interests of the lab. This project involves developing a targeted oncolytic virus for the treatment of lymphoma. Studies will be conducted in vitro and in mouse models of lymphoma to test and optimize several properties of the recombinant virus, including the target antigen specificity, susceptibility to neutralizing antibodies, delivery of adjuvant proteins, biodistribution, direct lytic activity, and ability to elicit endogenous anti-tumor immune responses.

This research offers the opportunity to develop and optimize a new treatment for lymphoma with the eventual goal of clinical translation.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in immunology, virology, molecular/cell biology, or related field
• A track record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications and strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Excellent knowledge of fundamental immunology and molecular and cell biology, as well as proficiency in essential techniques used to characterize human and murine immune cells

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of molecular cloning and viral vector design, generation of high-titer virus from packaging cell lines, viral plaque assays and virus titration
• Knowledge of virology, including how manipulations to the viral genome impact virulence and function
• Knowledge of tumor immunology, including formation of immune responses against tumor neoantigens and mechanisms of tumor immune escape
• Experience working with tumor models in both immunodeficient and immunocompetent mice, including breeding of and genotyping genetically engineered mice; intravenous, subcutaneous, and intraperitoneal injections; necropsy including lymph node harvesting; and bioluminescence imaging
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence
• Experience with single cell transcriptomics assays and bioinformatics analysis
• Proficiency in scientific writing, figure preparation, and giving presentations

Candidates must be highly motivated, organized individuals who have the ability to work both independently but also enjoy working as part of a dynamic, collaborative team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.  

Please include a cover letter detailing your research interest and suitability for this position and names and contact information of at least two references with your application. 

This is a full-time position with a salary based on the NIH scale and excellent benefits.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must, prior to their first day of employment:
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $65,484.00 to $100,000.00 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, income-based child care subsidy, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks). 

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Naresh Lab in the Clinical Research Division is recruiting a postdoctoral research fellow. 

Responsibilities

The post-doctoral fellow will study the biology of lymphoid neoplasms using genomic, transcriptomic, and expression-based technologies. Studies would also include questions in a spatial context. The questions will be predominantly around translational research involving pathogenesis, disease biomarkers, and precision oncology. The fellow will work under the PI and with other members of the research team and will be expected to publish and present their work in both internal and external events.

Qualifications

Successful applicants will have:

• A Ph.D. or MD in a related scientific field. If the candidate has an MD, exposure to anatomic/histopathology would be welcome
• Advanced knowledge of genomic and transcriptomic technologies
• Ability to work with human tissue samples
• Interest and track record in Cancer biology, preferably lymphoma biology as evidenced by a publication record
• Some experience in writing IRB applications. Experience in writing grant applications will be welcome.

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $65,484 to $100,000 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Radiation Oncology Manager is accountable to independently lead departmental functions within the framework of the department and overall SCCA goals, policies and procedures. This position requires expertise in the areas of radiation oncology, independent judgment, initiative, and ability to lead a cross-functional team toward successful achievement of departmental goals, all without detailed working procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operating budget(s), while remaining within the staffing levels, flexed for the volume of departmental activity; manages expenditures for consumables, and maintenance of equipment.
• Directs daily activities of the Radiation Oncology department to achieve operational goals in most efficient manner possible.
• Determines operational strategies for Radiation Oncology department by conducting needs assessments, performance reviews, capacity planning, and cost/benefit analyses; identifying and evaluating state-of-the-art technologies; establishing technical specifications; contributing information and analysis to organizational strategic plans and reviews.
• Maintains and improves department operations by monitoring system performance; identifying and resolving problems; preparing and completing action plans; completing system audits and analyses; managing system and process improvement and quality assurance programs; installing upgrades.
• Understands quality, safety and compliance issues and other relevant regulations as they apply to Radiation Oncology and requirements for staff.
• Accomplishes objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; administering scheduling systems; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in Radiation Oncology; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
• Ensures that the physical facilities, equipment and supplies which are required to carry out effective patient care and create an optimum physical environment are maintained as required
• Communicates openly and in a timely manner with the administrative team to inform them of operational issues, seeks administrative input; and maintains professional dialogue when appropriate.
• Develops and fosters a culture that promotes recognition of individual, team and department-wide accomplishments. Actively recognizes individuals for good performance and uses each opportunity as an example for the staff.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA/BS in health care sciences or related field
• 3-5 years of supervisory or lead experience
• Clinical licensure or certification related to radiation oncology clinical services is required (Eg. ARRT -RT(T) or Registered Nurse).
• Demonstrated expertise in radiation oncology clinical services
• Ability to lead and/or participate in multidisciplinary groups to solve problems
• Ability to relate to medical staff, managers, employees, and others to win their confidence and establish support.
• Systems thinking. Ability to quickly and accurately understand organizational culture, systems, processes, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Demonstrated skills in information management principals, clinical data analysis interpretation and analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, effectively and concisely to a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency in use of standard office computer software programs, equipment and clinical information systems.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree
• Management experience in a Radiation Oncology Setting
• CPR/BLS certification
• Budget development and management
• Revenue cycle familiarity
• Ability to motivate and lead a cross functional team, both those under direct supervision and affiliates
• Ability to work with technical vendors to support the needs of the organization
• Demonstrated experience coordinating services across multiple sites of care

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.
 
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists

The annual base salary range for this position is from $129,363.00 to $204,477.00, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. 

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months). 

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Research Administration Manager I/II is a high-level career position which is responsible for the fiscal management, clinical and daily operations of research projects conducted by faculty within the Clinical Research Division. The Research Administration Manager provides support in grants and contract management (Pre- and Post- Award), budget development, negotiation and monitoring, regulatory administration, and general day-to-day operations of the program faculty. This position requires understanding of oncology research protocols and translation of the research needs into operations. The financial portfolio is comprised of various sources of NIH, foundation, industry, professional society, internal pilot, subawards, and institutional support and includes regulated activities.

This position will initially report to the Associate Vice President in the Clinical Research Division and will act independently in performing responsibilities, partnering with program faculty and interfacing with other departments as needed to provide research administration.

This position works independently in developing operational goals and determining courses of action to accomplish goals. They also advise PIs and the Associate Vice President on relevant matters, develop effective solutions to administrative challenges, and provide input to broader program and division planning as needed.

This role can be hybrid-remote or on-campus. There will be a period of required on-campus training. Applicant must specify preference during the application process.

Responsibilities

Funding Source Administration

• Responsible for all pre- and post-award operations for each faculty in their assigned portfolio, providing operational oversight of the administrative implementation and financial management of interventional clinical research studies and associated agreements within the Program.
• Manage and oversee the fiscal and operational lifecycle of clinical trial protocols, from study implementation through closeout, to include:
  • Create, negotiate, and finalize budgets based upon protocol requirements.
  • Partner with clinical sites of practice to obtain research pricing.
  • Facilitate Clinical Trial Agreement review in conjunction with General Counsel, escalate CTA language as needed.
  • Collaborate with and oversee clinical research staff to ensure appropriate logistical implementation of protocols within our clinical sites of practice. Attend study implementation meetings.
  • Tracking and auditing of participant research procedures to ensure compliance with Medicare coverage requirements.
  • Amend and negotiate budgets as needed through the life of a study.
  • Manage multi-site components as needed.
• Manages grant submissions and post-award activity by conducting tasks such as:
  • Preparing grant application budgets
  • Completing/collating of all technical/non-scientific steps and assigned technical or scientific portions of funding/grant submissions
  • Review budgets, identify discrepancies and provide recommendations to the PI on scenarios to resolve the issues with appropriate stakeholders
  • Identify/forecast personnel and other resource requirements (including long-range forecasting across multiple budget years)
  • Working with faculty to respond to requests from other departments and external organizations
• Perform post-award activities, including annual progress report submission and sub-award activation and management.
• Manage non-sponsored budgets, such as discretionary accounts and gift funds.
• Prepare monthly budget summaries and reports for PIs.
• Track all projects in startup, developing plans with parallel workstreams and clear timelines, communicating between stakeholders, and holding accountable the team members whose input is required.
• Ensure project invoices are submitted and sponsor payments are received in a timely manner.

Fiscal Support

• Develop, monitor, track and forecast the budgets for a portfolio of projects with multi-variable aspects (multi-site, sub awards, clinical trials, milestone-based budgets etc.)
• Monitor spending for adherence to grant/contract guidelines and policies, as well as internal policies.
• Develop, run, and analyze reports to identify funding issues and develop recommendations.
• Develop customized report formats to share information with each faculty member and for broad audiences across the organization.
• Provide ongoing cost analysis for studies to ensure projects are adequately funded; provide budget information to internal partners for negotiation of budget revisions with sponsors.

Regulatory Support

• Prepare non-scientific portions of regulatory applications/submissions related to human subjects research.
• Identify missing regulatory components that are required and resolve issues to ensure successful submission, modification, or renewal.
• Serve as a central point of contact to answer questions and facilitate solutions.
• Prepare/consult/advise PIs and maintain Data/Material Use Agreements and other data compliance documentation.

Administrative Support

• Partner with the Associate Vice President to develop short- and long-term goals, procure necessary resources and determine courses of action to accomplish goals for the research administration team.
• Identify administrative needs for the department or PIs; prioritize and ensure related tasks are completed.
• Delegate appropriate tasks to junior RAs and/or Administrative Coordinator and follow up as necessary.
• Participate in divisional or institutional improvement projects and problem resolution related to research administration.
• May supervise administrative staff, to include hiring, performance evaluation, and professional development.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience:
  • Research Administration Manager I minimum requirements: Five years in pre-award and post-award grants and contracts management, or relevant experience.
  • Research Administration Manager II minimum requirements: Five to Seven years in pre-award and post-award grants and contracts management, or relevant experience.
• Proficient with complex budget development and use of reporting tools for multiple types of funding mechanisms (Industry, NIH, Foundation, and pilot funding).
• Proficient in fiscal and budgetary management.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements affecting sponsored research, and ability to apply this knowledge.
• Ability to navigate complex internal systems and departments while exercising sound judgement and discretion.
• Understanding of clinical research trial implementation and conduct, preferably with industry-sponsored clinical trials.
• Expertise with industry-sponsored contracts.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with Human Subjects Protection, Good Clinical Practice, and medical billing compliance.
• Expert in use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, and Adobe Pro.
• Intermediate skills in Excel, including familiarity with pivot tables.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple and competing demands.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently while exercising skill and informed professional judgment, as well the ability to work as part of a team, seeking/providing guidance from/to team members and peers.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully as part of a diverse team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with personnel in a variety of roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in public administration, business administration, or other relevant field.
• Seven years of progressive experience in grant and contract administration.
• Prior administrative experience in a research or academic setting.
• At least two years of management experience with direct reports and conducting performance appraisals.
• Experience reviewing IRB and IACUC administrative documents.
• Prior exposure to Oncology research and Phase 1 – 3 clinical trials.
• Experience with contract negotiation.
• Prior experience with WorkDay, CLICK products, EPIC, and/or OnCore.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must, prior to their first day of employment:
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

Research Administration Manager I:  The annual base salary range for the I level position is from $89,261 to $141,091 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Research Administration Manager II:  The annual base salary range for the II level position is from $101,359 to $160,213 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance. 

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. 

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Pulmonary Oncology program within the Clinical Research Division at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center seeks a motivated, engaged, and energetic candidate to begin work this summer at a world-class translational research center as a laboratory technician. This position will support a NIH project to examine molecular and cellular biomarkers in the blood and lung of patients at risk for, or with, lung cancer. The role will be primarily laboratory based and focus on analyzing human blood and lung samples with some patient engagement for sample collection. Essential tasks will include basic cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, and library preparation for a variety of sequencing platforms. Specific prior experience with some or all of these methods is preferred but not mandatory. General laboratory experience at the bench of 1 year during college or after is required. The identified candidate will also be responsible for day-to-day maintenance of the lab and the sample biorepository and work towards independently developing assays required for the research questions at hand. They will work closely with our clinical research team that enrolls patients on study, other labs doing similar work, and our core laboratories that assist with sample processing and storage. They will report directly to the PI who splits his time between the clinic and laboratory. This is a rare and unique opportunity to obtain skills for future training or to start a career in a highly collaborative and diverse human translational research program. We welcome applications from outstanding prospects.

Responsibilities

Works under the direction of the Principal Investigator or higher-level laboratory personnel.  Uses limited discretion and judgment in carrying out experiments.

JOB DUTIES

1. Perform experiments at the bench level to support investigative work.
2. Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents, stocks, cultures or cell lines.
3. Perform and modify documented laboratory protocols and assays.
4. Maintain laboratory records and compile data on experiments and assays.
5. Interpret and report on experimental results.
6. Perform statistical analysis of test results and prepare written reports on work performed.
7. Operate and carry out basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
8. Order and maintain appropriate levels of supplies.
9. May supervise work-study students.
10. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Research Tech 1

1. College graduate+
2. BA/BS in a medically related field
3. One year+ of bench experience in college or following college
4. Excellent communication and organizational skills
5. Motivated, energetic, intellectually curious with a drive to learn
6. Works well in diverse groups of high performing teams
7. Flexible work hours based on experimental needs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Research Tech 2

1. College graduate+
2. BA/BS in a medically related field
3. Two years+ of bench experience in college or following college
4. Independent research experience outside of laboratory course work is usually necessary
5. Excellent communication and organizational skills
6. Motivated, energetic, intellectually curious with a drive to learn
7. Works well in diverse groups of high performing teams
8. Flexible work hours based on experimental needs

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must, prior to their first day of employment:
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for the I position is from $21.56 to $30.69 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.   

The hourly pay range for the II position is from $24.96 to $35.53 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.   

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months). 

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

This position involves working with investigators pursuing the development, and clinical translation, of innovative immunotherapy-based approaches to treat multiple myeloma and other hematologic malignancies. The environment is supportive, team oriented and exciting. The successful applicant will be involved in experiments supporting pre-clinical and clinical projects. The specific assays to be performed include the processing of patient tissue specimens obtained from clinical protocols, validation assays on preclinical and cGMP grade clinical agents (radiolabeled monoclonal antibodies), and mouse models of radioimmunotherapy. There is also the opportunity to apply advanced cellular and molecular biology techniques (e.g., single cell RNA sequencing) to evaluate patient responses after receiving treatment with chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy.

Responsibilities

• Performing various mouse specific procedures (including IP, IV, subQ, RO injections; RO bleeding, oral gavage, cardiac puncture and tissue harvest).
• Process patient tissue specimens (blood, bone marrow) for sample storage.
• Coordinate with the clinical team to ensure that patient samples are collected and processed; troubleshoot and address issues as needed.
• Operate a variety of analytical instruments such as gamma counters, dose calibrators, flow cytometers, spectrophotometers.
• Keep detailed records of experiments conducted.
• Prepare and present written or oral progress reports concerning studies including assembly, organization, and interpretation of data.
• Identify methodological problems in research protocols and implement modifications to optimize experimental results.
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in identifying new methods to be used in research.
• Employ cellular and molecular biology techniques including ELISA’s, DNA/RNA isolation, sequencing, PCR, RT-PCR, single cell RNA sequencing.
• Perform other laboratory duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related scientific field
• Must have experience working with mice and the willingness to develop expertise in how to perform the following mouse procedures: IP, IV, subQ, RO injections; RO bleeds, oral gavage, cardiac puncture, and tissue harvest.
• Superior organization and communication skills
• Prior experience working with mice or wiling to be trained in performance of the mouse specific procedures outlined above
• Comfortable working with small amounts of radiation on a regular basis in a very carefully controlled and monitored setting
• Prior knowledge of Databases
• Research Technician II – at least two years of laboratory experience
• Research Technician III – at least three to five years of laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree/training
• Extensive flow cytometry experience
• Experience with assay validation and optimization
• Established skills performing Molecular tissue culture, DNA/RNA isolation, sequencing, and molecular analysis
• Previous experience with REDCap
• Experience/familiarity with R and R Studio desired

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for the II position is from $24.96 to $35.53 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

The hourly pay range for the III position is from $31.49 to $46.32 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).  

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Naresh Lab in the Clinical Research Division is recruiting a Research Technician II.

Responsibilities

The research technician will study the biology of lymphoid neoplasms using genomic, transcriptomic, and expression-based technologies. Studies would also include questions in a spatial context. The questions will be predominantly around translational research involving pathogenesis, disease biomarkers, and precision oncology.

Responsible for performing standard and investigative laboratory work in support of scientific research by performing bench-level experiments, operating analytical instruments, recovering, compiling and verifying the accuracy of research data; performing calculations; preparing charts, graphs and summaries.

Works under the direction of the Principal Investigator or higher-level laboratory personnel.  Uses discretion and judgment in performance of duties.

• Identify methodological problems in research protocol and implement modifications to optimize experimental results.
• Good knowledge and experience in genomic and transcriptomic technologies, and the ability to work with human tissue samples are required; experience in single and multiplex immunohistochemistry and bioinformatics is welcome.
• Prepare and present written or oral progress reports concerning studies including assembly, organization, and interpretation of data.
• Assist in the design of experiments; may be responsible for the performance of individual research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in determining the most suitable methods to be used in research.
• Assist in the publication of results by proofreading, editing, and contributing ideas.
• May perform statistical analyses, write computer programs, or manage research database.

Qualifications

• Intermediate level position requiring 2 years previous experience working in a laboratory and BA/BS in a scientific discipline
• A Master's degree in a scientific discipline can substitute for 2 years of post-graduation lab experience

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must, prior to their first day of employment:
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $24.96 to $35.53 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).