Public Health Sciences Job Openings

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.   

The Biostatistics Program within the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Division of Public Health Sciences is seeking a Statistical Research Associate (SRA). The SRA provides statistical support to research studies in a variety of contexts focused on novel cancer biomarker evaluations - see the Comprehensive Center for Advancement of Scientific Strategies (COMPASS) webpage for more information. The SRA works closely with and under the direction of lead statisticians and other scientists (including clinicians and basic scientists) on the analysis, interpretation and reporting of results.

The expectation for this position is that the SRA works 5 weekdays during normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Create analytic data sets, analytic programs, and reports of results
• Ensure data consistency, reconcile anomalies, and follow good data management practices
• Contribute to the development of statistical analysis plans
• Assist in developing and executing quality monitoring for ongoing data collection
• Support research studies through sample selection, interim and final analyses, and preparation of results for publication
• Review or confirm statistical considerations in protocols (sample size/power/blinding)
• Participate in team calls and meetings
• Document and archive datasets and analytic programs

Qualifications

• Experience required for SRA II:
  • minimum 1 year of related experience
• Experience required for SRA III:
  • minimum 3 years of related experience

• Master’s degree in statistics or biostatistics required.
• Strong programming skills, including proficiency with R and/or SAS and/or Stata statistical software required. Proficiency with R greatly preferred.
• Careful data manipulation practices and high attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple ongoing projects
• Able to acquire new skills and areas of knowledge independently
• Work well individually and as a team with a diverse group of researchers across disciplines
• Familiarity with modern regression techniques, such as lasso and random forest, highly desired.
• Previous experience in public health or clinical research preferred.
   

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

Under the mentorship of the Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator, the Student Intern will assist with tasks throughout the entire research process, including preparing recruitment materials, helping with data entry and analysis, and performing other varied support functions related to research activities. The work completed for this internship can be counted as credit hours toward the student’s degree completion requirements.

This position will use a hybrid model in which some tasks will be performed in-person as authorized and using all COVID-19 precautions and some of the tasks will be performed remotely using the established infrastructure of collaborative software the Ceballos Studies (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Learn how to perform various research functions, including conducting qualitative interviews proofreading research documents (e.g. audiotape transcription, dictation for journal reviews, research budget justifications), performing background literature reviews, manage and track documentation related to recruitment of research participants, and in organizing and synthesizing information related to the research process
• Assist in developing and compiling documents and materials necessary for recruitment and consenting of research subjects and to help track each project’s progress
• Help manage and analyze audio and survey data collected from ongoing research projects. This will include verifying the accuracy of research study data, preparing data for computer input, recording data in research database files and data spreadsheets, generating summary statistics of the data, and providing assistance with writing and preparation of main study findings.
• This internship will provide introductory qualitative and statistical data analysis experience with ATLAS.ti and SPSS
• This internship will help the student develop strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent customer service skills. It will provide the intern with work experience that requires a high level of attention to detail and organization
• Research group meetings and professional development trainings continue to occur regularly at Fred Hutch over teleconferencing software. The intern is invited to attend appropriate meetings and trainings to further develop their research experience and professional skills.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Current undergraduate student
• Interest in qualitative research methods and data management

Preferred qualifications

• Completion of introductory statistics
• Undergraduate qualitative or quantitative research experience
• Experience working with indigenous and Native American communities
• Interest in social determinants of health and anti-racism in research

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

The purpose of this unpaid internship is to provide training/experience to a student who would like to pursue a career in research. The intern will work under the supervision of the Biospecimen Coordinator for a research program in the Public Health Sciences Division at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. This research program includes multiple, large, NIH-funded epidemiology projects that focus on research on cancer genetics, etiology, screening, and survival in colorectal cancer and other chronic diseases. This position will allow the intern to gain hands-on experience specifically in biomedical research, with training in scientific biospecimen management, including sample collection, processing, maintenance, organization, tracking, and storage. This is an office-based internship that helps collect biospecimens from research participants, facilitates and coordinates work with various laboratories throughout Fred Hutch, and helps pull and organize research samples for scientific collaborators. Some Universities/Colleges will apply credit for the work and we are happy to help complete required documents – please check with your individual institutions for their requirements.

Responsibilities

The intern will be trained in a range of skills and techniques, depending on the projects assigned. Under the guidance of the Biospecimen Coordinator and Faculty mentor, the intern will learn research fundamentals and some of the following skill sets:

• Human Subjects Training
• Bloodborne Pathogens Training
• Proper handling, storage, and shipping of research specimens, including DNA, saliva, cell lines, and tissue
• Collection of samples from research participants
• Accurate sample tracking, including using and updating study databases
• Coordination with Shared Resource Laboratories
• Communication with scientific collaborators
• Biorepository maintenance and organization, including inventory management
• Informed Consent and Institutional Review Board processes
• Data entry and effective quality control procedures
• HIPAA training to maintain participant confidentiality

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Completed 1 year of undergraduate level science courses
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a professional setting as a paid employee or volunteer
• Good communication skills and an interest in learning
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Good numeracy, literacy and organizational skills
• Onsite work expected

Application instructions:

A cover letter is required with this application

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.   

The Barry laboratory, within the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Translational Research Program, is looking for a talented post-doctoral fellow with extensive expertise in the realm of tumor immunology. The Barry lab focuses on understanding how the immune system responds to cancer and can be manipulated to treat cancer. Our studies utilize human immunology, murine models of cancer, state-of-the-art imaging techniques, RNA sequencing techniques, and immunological techniques to explore the role of the innate immune system in controlling immune responses to cancer. We focus our research on understanding how the innate immune system, specifically dendritic and natural killer cells, shape immune responses to cancer and patient responses to common immunotherapies (see Barry et al., 2018 PMID: 29942093).

Responsibilities

The candidate will spearhead a project with the following goals:

• To define the molecular and cellular mechanisms regulating natural killer and dendritic cell abundance in the tumor microenvironment.
• To develop and undertake broad immune profiling studies of human tumors to interrogate the innate immune response to cancer and its’ role in regulating responses to immunotherapy.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in the field of immunology or tumor immunology is required.
• A strong publication record as well as eligibility and desire to apply for future fellowships are required.
• The candidate must also be experienced in essential techniques to characterize and profile immune cells and to gauge their function. A candidate with experience in live cell imaging, human immunology, and experience working in murine tumor or metastasis models is strongly desired.
• The successful candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, the ability to develop creative approaches to experimental design, and thrive both in independent research and while working collaboratively with other fellows, graduate students, and staff in the lab.

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.   

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow/Research Associate - Postdoctoral position to develop Bayesian methods for B cell receptor sequence lineages

The goal of our project is to develop, implement, and apply Bayesian evolutionary algorithms for the analysis of B cell receptor sequence lineages. These lineages are important for understanding the events leading to the development of high-affinity antibodies.

We are motivated to:

• use a Bayesian approach to appropriately account for uncertainty in phylogenetic inferences (which is considerable in this case)
• fit and use complex models of somatic hypermutation and selection that violate the commonly-applied IID assumption in phylogenetics
• develop efficient, elegant, and robust implementations of the newly developed methodology and make them available in open-source software for the community.

Responsibilities

We will work together to develop novel models, implement these models in open-source software, write tests to verify correctness, apply the methods to a variety of data sets, and write papers describing the results.

We’ll have the opportunity to work with a broad range of leading researchers, including:

• biologists Jesse Bloom, Leslie Goo, Julie Overbaugh, Gabriel Victora, and their labs
• statisticians Vladimir Minin, Noah Simon, Marc Suchard, and their groups.
   

You can find out more about our group by visiting: 

http://matsen.fredhutch.org/
http://github.com/matsengrp

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this project would have experience with the statistical underpinnings of Bayesian phylogenetic analysis, as well as experience implementing models in code. However, we welcome applications from candidates with less statistical expertise but a deep desire to expand their skills in this area. We hope applicants will want to improve their coding abilities through clean coding practices, code review, and a modern development workflow. The ideal candidate would also be motivated to improve biological understanding through computation, and so would be enthusiastic about working closely with our leading biologist collaborators.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in biology, computer science, math, or another relevant area
• Solid foundation in Bayesian phylogenetics or other challenging Bayesian estimation problem
• Computer programming experience
• Clear ability to perform independent research
   

If you are interested in this position, please submit the following materials:

• Two representative publications
• A code sample
• CV

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first and largest cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.   

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellow position with Dr. Li Hsu in the Biostatistics Program at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include the development and dissemination of statistical methodology, software development, and application to large-scale genetic epidemiological studies. Specific areas of interest include multiclass regression model, nonparametric modeling and methods, multiple hypothesis testing, machine learning, and genome-wide risk modeling. The fellow will have real-hand data analysis experience by participating in large collaborative studies, in which rich data on tumor genomics, germline genetics and environmental risk factors have been collected.

The position will come with a competitive postdoc-level salary with great benefits. The environment at Fred Hutch is lively yet casual, with a strong emphasis on innovative and collaborative work. The Center is housed in a lovely campus next to Lake Union a short walk from downtown, and a convenient shuttle from the University of Washington.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics or computational biology with strong skills in applied statistical methods development and computation. Knowledge of genetics and genomics is desired. The position is available immediately and for up to two years.

Application Instructions: Applicants should send a CV, a short statement of research interests, and contact information of three referees

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here. 
 
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. 

 
The laboratory of Dr. Gavin Ha has a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow position open in the Computational Biology Program of the Public Health Sciences and Human Biology Divisions. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is interested in developing and implementing innovative computational and analytical approaches to study the genetics and epigenetics of cancer. Candidates who are excited about large/complex ‘omics’ data analysis of cancer genomes, computational methods development, and “liquid biopsy” research are encouraged to apply. The position has a competitive salary with great benefits.  
 
Dr. Ha is a Prostate Cancer Foundation Young Investigator, V Foundation Scholar, and holds an NCI Transition Career Development Award. His laboratory develops computational approaches to study cancer genomes from tumors and liquid biopsies, such as circulating tumor DNA. See the lab websites for more information: https://gavinhalab.org/.   
 
We work in an interdisciplinary team environment with many local and external experts. All of our projects involve partnering with investigators who have diverse expertise in molecular and experimental biology, cancer biology, and clinical research. Potential projects will be part of collaborations with Dr. Peter Nelson (Director, Prostate Cancer Research Program, Fred Hutch), Dr. Andrew Hsieh (Deputy Director, Bladder Cancer Program, Fred Hutch), and investigators studying other cancers.  

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on transformative and leading-edge research problems in cancer research:  

• Cancer Genome Analysis – study tumor evolution, non-coding genome alterations, genome rearrangements and chromatin organization, cell plasticity, metastatic disease  
• Liquid Biopsies – develop novel approaches to analyze circulating tumor DNA.  
• Multi-omic Data integration – study of advanced bladder cancer    
• Methods Development for New Technologies – linked-read or long-read genome sequencing of tumors.  
• For examples of recent studies, see PMID:29909985, PMID:29109393, PMID:25060187

Qualifications

Applicants must have a PhD or MD (or equivalent) with training in one of these disciplines:  

• Computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, data science, statistics, computer/electrical engineering, physics, or other related fields.

Applicants should have some or all of the following skills and experience:  

• Work well in team environments, have strong communication/organization skills and is detail-oriented   
• Highly motivated individual who think independently but also enjoy working in a dynamic, collaborative, multidisciplinary team  
• Strong programming experience (R, Python, Matlab, Java, C/C++, Perl or other languages for research)  
• Experience with cancer genome data analysis is considered a strong asset  
• A background in cancer biology (especially in prostate) is considered a strong asset.  
• Experience with analyzing sequencing data is considered a strong asset  
• Experience with high performance computing environments and cloud computing environments is a plus 
• Applicants must have a demonstrated publication track record  

Candidates with strong interest and/or expertise in any of these research areas are highly encouraged to apply:  

• Cancer genomics, liquid biopsies, tumor evolution/heterogeneity  
• Application of statistical modeling, algorithm design, machine learning to study cancer and genetics  
• Analysis of large, complex genome, epigenome, and transcriptome data 

To apply, please submit your application with the following:  

• A several paragraph statement of research interests  
• CV 
• Names and email addresses of three references 
• Two representative publications or preprints (if available)  

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first and largest cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Fred Hutch is an active partner in the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA), which brings together the leading research teams and cancer specialists of Fred Hutch, Seattle Children’s and UW Medicine. Join us and make a difference! Careers Start Here.

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.   

A postdoctoral research position in epidemiology with focus on cancer prevention and survivorship in ethnically diverse populations is available at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The Hutchinson Center provides a challenging academic and supportive multi-disciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a recent or prospective doctoral graduate (Ph.D. or equivalent qualification) with a background in Epidemiology and related subject areas to cancer prevention and survivorship. Candidates should have an interest in the investigation of novel, interdisciplinary research questions related to identifying strategies to improve cancer survivorship and cancer outcomes using lifestyle behavioral interventions (nutrition, physical activity, energy balance) and observational study designs. This position will be under the direction of Dr. Heather Greenlee, member of the Public Health Sciences and Clinical Research Divisions at Fred Hutch and Director of Integrative Medicine at the SCCA.

Dr. Greenlee’s research program uses both clinical trials and observational studies to examine a broad range of lifestyle intervention and complementary/integrative therapies for cancer prevention and control, especially in under-resourced and vulnerable populations. The candidate will be responsible for data analysis and manuscript preparation on two ongoing National Cancer Institute R01-funded studies, in addition to participating in other new and ongoing studies.  The Mi Vida Saludable study is an ongoing 2x2 factorial designed trial testing the separate and synergistic effects of in-person and eHealth diet and physical activity interventions on behavioral outcomes in Latina breast cancer survivors.  The Pathways Heart Study is an ongoing observational study examining predictors of cardiovascular disease in breast cancer patients within a large integrated health system.  Responsibilities will include analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, presenting at research conferences, implementing research protocols, and contributing to grant writing.  Studies will include single institution and multi-site trials, including local and national clinical trials consortia, as well as observational cohorts.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required with background in epidemiology, health services research, biostatistics, or a closely related field
• Experience using SAS and R is required, additional experience using Stata is preferred
• Experience analyzing data related to cancer survivorship and/or cancer outcomes is preferred
• Experience with analyzing data generated by eHealth interventions and/or physical activity measurement devices is preferred
• Experience and skill with the visual and graphical representation of data is preferred
• The candidate must show initiative, the willingness to take up new skills and responsibilities, and be a team player
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential to success in this position, as are good communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well within interdisciplinary teams and collaborations

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. The goal of its Public Health Sciences Division, which is home to the nation’s oldest program devoted to cancer prevention research, is to identify strategies that would ultimately reduce the incidence of and mortality from cancer and other diseases. Careers Start Here.

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.   

A postdoctoral research position in molecular and genetic cancer epidemiology is available at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Fred Hutch provides a challenging academic and supportive multi-disciplinary research environment. We are seeking a recent or prospective doctoral graduate (Ph.D. or equivalent qualification) with a background molecular and genetic cancer epidemiology or related subject areas. This could include, but is not limited to, training in epidemiology, quantitative genetics, statistical genetics, cancer genomics, or a closely related field. Please note that this is NOT a laboratory-based position, and remote work could be possible.

The postdoctoral fellow/research associate will work in a highly collaborative team led by Dr. Ulrike Peters on analyzing large-scale, cutting-edge molecular epidemiological data for colorectal cancer. These include targeted tumor sequencing of 300 genes and candidate oncogenic microbiota in 7,000 well-characterized colorectal cancer cases, including somatic point mutations, copy number alterations, microsatellite instability, and microbial pathogens. Additionally, data include tumor immune characterization in colorectal cancer cases. Furthermore, genome-wide germline genetic data and harmonized environmental/lifestyle risk factor for up to 150,000 colorectal cancer cases and controls. Our team also aims to evaluate the impact of racial and ethnic diversity on colorectal cancer utilizing genetic and molecular epidemiological data.

Responsibilities

The postdoctoral candidate will primarily work on integrative tumor analyses, as well as immune-related somatic and germline characteristics associated with colorectal tumors and survival outcomes. The successful applicant will work on multidisciplinary research teams to perform data analyses, develop and/or implement novel statistical methodology, incorporate functional genetic information, and publish research results. The incumbent will be expected to work independently to complete data analysis. In addition, they will participate in the presentation of research, as well as in the writing of publications to disseminate the analyses.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. or equivalent degree is required.  The position requires a highly motivated individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Expertise in computational methods for the analysis of complex, high-dimensional data is desirable, as is a thorough knowledge of high dimensional data resources (such as ENCODE and ROADMAP) for functional annotation. 

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

A laboratory in Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Translational Research Program (Public Health Sciences Division) is looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow. The candidate would join the Laboratory for the Study of Metastatic Microenvironments (LSM2), directed by Cyrus Ghajar.

The LSM2 focuses on understanding the biology underlying disseminated tumor cell (DTC) dormancy (see: Carlson et al., Nature Cell Biology 2019; Ghajar, Nature Reviews Cancer 2015; Ghajar et al., Nature Cell Biology 2013) and uncovering means to eradicate dormant DTCs. Our overarching goal is to develop therapeutically viable approaches to prevent breast cancer metastasis.

The broad research area we are interested in exploring is: how the DNA damage response of quiescent cells differs from that of proliferative cells, and the therapeutic implications of these differences.

Responsibilities

The more specific areas the successful candidate will be expected to take on and drive in thoughtful and provocative new directions are:

• Defining a secretome induced by genotoxic therapy in vascular endothelium, and characterizing the effect of this secretome on associated DTCs.
• Discovering the molecular origins of this secretome, and the impact of targeting it at its “roots” vs its stem.

The ideal candidate will be interested and able to develop their own research strategy to answer these questions utilizing an array of innovative models and sophisticated approaches that we have developed in the lab, along with those they would contribute to the lab. Formal training in bioinformatics approaches to interrogate transcriptomic and phospho-proteomic data would prove helpful towards this end. The ideal candidate will also be expected to contribute to a creative, collaborative and bustling laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in cell biology or a related field, with extensive wet lab experience is required.
• A strong publication record and eligibility and desire to apply for future fellowships are also required.
• Candidates with expertise in organotypic culture models, imaging, bioinformatics, and/or experience working in murine tumor or metastasis models are preferred.'
• The successful candidate must have excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, the ability to develop creative approaches to experimental design, and thrive both in independent research and while working collaboratively.

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

About HICOR

The Hutchinson Institute for Cancer Outcomes Research (HICOR) is a multi-disciplinary research institute whose mission is to reduce the human and economic burden of cancer. HICOR faculty conduct research in comparative effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, quality of care, health care delivery, health outcomes, and health policy, with an eye towards supporting public and private decision making to maximize health value under resource constraints.

Job Summary

HICOR is seeking a full-time project coordinator to coordinate research and administrative activities related to HICOR and community engagement, community-based research, and management of the HICOR data asset which serves as a foundation for our work. We are seeking a highly organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

*A cover letter briefly describing how you are uniquely qualified for this role and what inspires you to apply is required.

Responsibilities

Scope of responsibilities

Under general supervision, the coordinator works independently in performing daily responsibilities, referring project issues to managers and investigators as necessary. Special skills and knowledge are applied in coordinating research and administrative activities, developing research and administrative materials and in carrying out complex research assignments. Multi-tasking, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to produce high-quality work within a collaborative team are critical to this position.

Job Duties

Partnership and Community Engagement

HICOR's VCC Initiative engages oncology providers, patient partners, payers, health system representatives and researchers to improve the value and efficiency of cancer care delivery in Washington state. These community members contribute to HICOR's research, performance reporting and data science initiatives through the VCC Working Groups and the annual VCC Summit.

Responsibilities related to the Value in Cancer Care (VCC) Initiative

• Serve as coordinator for the annual life cycle of the Value in Cancer Care Summit held at Bell Harbor International Conference Center
• Schedule and organize regular project status and community working group meetings, preparing and distributing minutes, agendas and other materials
• Coordinate administrative activities in support of HICOR’s annual, public Community Cancer Care Report
• Coordinate outreach activities in support of new projects and initiatives
• Coordinate research projects that utilize the VCC network of regional cancer care delivery systems as directed by faculty and senior project staff
• Engage stakeholders in HICOR’s regional projects and initiatives, staying current with cancer care issues of importance to stakeholders
• Performs other responsibilities as required

Data Asset Initiatives

• Develop, track and maintain HICOR data repository use requests and consent forms
• Track and maintain Master Internal Review and Data Use Agreement files
• Perform other tasks related to study data management operations, as required

Research Support

• Draft portions of articles and manuscripts as required
• Assist with submitting manuscripts, abstracts and posters
• Coordinate reminders for relevant publication deadlines, grant deadlines, collaboration efforts and other projects as directed
• Assist with preparation of PowerPoint presentations, including text, preparation and insertion of figures, graphs, charts, and tables. Final editing of content and design for continuity
• Complete IRB application and renewal processes, ensuring that materials are compiled and submitted in accordance with guidelines and that all deadlines are met
• Coordinate research activities, attend study meetings, track and monitor action items to ensure all projects and tasks are completed according to project/study timelines
• Performs other responsibilities as required

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• BA/BS in related field preferred
• Minimum of three years post-bachelor's project coordination experience (experience in a research setting is highly desirable)
• High level of attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative in a dynamic environment
• Ability to organize multiple projects and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• High level knowledge of Microsoft applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook are required. Knowledge of EndNote is a plus.
• Ability to professionally represent HICOR to external and internal collaborators

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with IRB
• Event and conference planning
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple organizations
• Integrity and pride in work product

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

Collaborative Data Services (CDS) provides scientific support to researchers at the Fred Hutch. We are currently seeking a Spanish speaking interviewer who will be responsible for collecting data through telephone or in-person interviews with study participants, entering collected data into a data capture system, and assembling mail packets for study recruitment. The incumbent follows strict research guidelines in accomplishing work assignments. Non-routine decisions are referred to the supervisor. The position reports to the CDS Project Manager.

Please note that because of the COVID-19 pandemic we have suspended in-person interviews.

Job summary

The Research Interviewer can speak and write Spanish fluently, have a good eye for detail, and can work independently. They will report to the Project Manager. Some independent judgment is used in carrying out responsibilities within established guidelines.

This is an hourly position to start with up 40 hours per week. Must be available Monday-Friday. Since the position may require translation work, these tasks could be completed remotely after business hours. This would need to be determined based on the clients’ needs and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research interviews in Spanish adhering to a call script over the phone or video conference – inbound and outbound calls
• Answer Spanish speaking participant questions according to study protocol and frequently asked questions
• Schedule in-home visits for Spanish speaking Washington State residents; includes confirmation calls/emails; rescheduling; communicating cancellations to the study team and other situations that could arise
• Managing Spanish speaking phone message line and email inbox
• Follow complex data collection instruments to collect and record data according to study protocol
• Data enter and verify completed data material
• Transcribing recorded in-person or phone interviews using provided software
• Perform light clerical duties including electronic file maintenance and mail assembly
• Perform related duties as assigned
• Translating study documents from English to Spanish and vice versa (Forward and Back translation)
• Transcribing recorded phone interviews from English to Spanish and vice versa (Forward and Back translation)

Qualifications

Who You Are

• You are flexible, a quick learner, and can adapt to new situations with ease
• You possess excellent Spanish and English verbal and written communication skills
• You are comfortable and effective when communicating professionally with diverse groups of people
• You are a discreet professional when research interview questions are sensitive or personal in nature

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Flexible with respect to office- and home-based work
• While a BA or MA degree in Spanish, is preferred, we will strongly consider applicants who are bilingual in English and Spanish, with a High School graduation or the equivalent
• DSHS translation and interpretation certifications, ATA translation certificate, is a plus but not required
• Experience performing transcription is a plus but not required
• Usage of Spanish in a professional business setting is a plus but not required
• Knowledge and comprehension of regional variations of Spanish is a plus but not required
• Comfortable learning new software and using Microsoft applications
• Ability to read and follow written instructions in Spanish and English
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent time management skills
• Organized, and able to neatly document information

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

A research technician position is immediately available in a laboratory within Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Translational Research Program. The Laboratory for the Study of Metastatic Microenvironments (LSM2) focuses on understanding the biology underlying disseminated tumor cell (DTC) dormancy and formulating therapeutic means to eradicate dormant DTCs.

We are looking for a dynamic, organized, and highly motivated individual who will be responsible for:

• managing the laboratory by, e.g., standardizing on- and off-boarding protocols, managing laboratory inventories, and writing and updating laboratory protocols; while
• performing standard and investigative laboratory work in support of scientific research by conducting cell culture experiments, working with murine models, gathering, analyzing, compiling and verifying the accuracy of research data; and compiling them in both written and visual formats.

The ideal candidate will have evidence of extreme competence at the aforementioned while also excelling at multi-tasking, organization, and laboratory benchwork.

Responsibilities

This position will work under the Principal Investigator and work with the laboratory personnel. The individual will use discretion and judgment in carrying out the following job duties:

• Manage a murine colony, including breeding, genotyping, and weaning litters, as well as live imaging and techniques associated with tumor xenograft experiments
• Perform experiments at the bench level to support investigative work. This will involve two- and three-dimensional cell culture, live cell imaging, immunofluorescent staining, tissue sectioning, plasmid preparation, cloning, retro- and lenti-virus production, and immunoblotting
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents, stocks, cultures or cell lines
• Perform and modify documented protocols and assays
• Maintain laboratory records and compile data on experiments and assays
• Interpret and report experimental results
• Perform statistical analysis of test results and prepare written reports
• Operate and carry out basic maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Order and maintain appropriate levels of supplies
• Prepare and present written or oral progress reports concerning studies including assembly, organization, and interpretation of data
• Assist in the design of experiments; and ultimately be responsible for the performance of an independent research project
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in determining most suitable methods to be used in research
• Assist in publication of results by reporting on experiments they have conducted and organizing figures
• May perform statistical analyses, write computer programs, or manage research database
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Biology or a related field and relevant research experience in a lab environment required.
• Research Tech II level: a bachelor's degree in a biological field and 2 or more years of relevant professional laboratory research experience
• Experience with murine models and cell culture preferred.
• Independent research experience outside of laboratory course work is required.
• The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills, be well-organized, pay exquisite attention to detail, have demonstrated proficiency in running pre-clinical trials, skilled in collecting and analyzing data (e.g., GraphPad Prism), and adept in establishing and managing laboratory databases.

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.   

The Fred Hutch Innovation Laboratory (FHIL) at seeks an enthusiastic and highly motivated technician to join a team of scientists working in a multi-disciplinary environment on the forefront of fundamental and immunotherapy research. FHIL is a new collaborative initiative of the Immunotherapy and Translational Data Science Integrated Research Centers (IIRC and TDS_IRC) with a mission to advance the introduction and development of new immuno-oncology research technologies. FHIL will spur in-house development and early adoption of novel techniques, including advanced single cell RNA spatial sequencing, T- and B-cell receptor sequencing, and other DNA/RNA-based technologies.

The successful candidate will test new technologies, compare and develop protocols and use these technologies to support ongoing research in immune-oncology. This person will be responsible for comparing and improving protocols, generating data to compare technologies, benchmarking technologies in collaboration with computational biology collaborators. The technician will perform bench-level experiments, operate analytical instruments, and compile and verify the accuracy of experimental data. The technician will also maintain detailed laboratory records, analyze data, and report on experimental results.

This position requires a high level of organization, a keen eye for detail, and accurate and thorough record keeping. We seek a candidate who is consistent in executing lab protocols and can swiftly adapt and troubleshoot new ones. This position will be extended to a candidate who is creative, passionate, persistent, patient, and critical, with a strong sense of independence, initiative, and drive to propel work forward. We seek a committed candidate who is an effective communicator of science; who is confident and proactive, with excellent interpersonal skills, discipline, readiness to learn and contribute, and eagerness to take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Compare and refine protocols for single-cell RNA sequencing and other DNA/RNA based technologies.
• Generate data to compare new technologies; many of these technologies will focus on single cell techniques but are not limited to this area.
• Maintain laboratory records of all testing and protocol development and report on the performed work as necessary.
• Perform bench experiments, generate sequencing libraries, and compile other components of the downstream analysis of large experiments for immunotherapy researchers.
• Maintain laboratory stocks, cultures, cell lines, reagents, and other supplies.
• Manage a research database and maintain detailed electronic records.
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in experimental design, including the identification of alternate methods.
• Assist in the preparation of scientific manuscripts by contributing ideas, proofreading, and copy editing.

Qualifications

Required: 

• This is an intermediate to senior level position requiring at least 2 years' previous experience working in a laboratory and  BA/BS in Biology or a related field.
  • Research Tech II level: a bachelor's degree in a biological field and 2 or more years of relevant professional post-bachelor's laboratory research experience
  • Research Tech III level: Extensive laboratory experience. Generally, the incumbent will possess a Master's degree in a related scientific field.
• Independent research experience outside of laboratory course work is necessary.
• 1+ years' professional post-graduate experience in next generation sequencing (NGS)
• Experience in genomics
• A strong background in molecular and cellular biology, including cloning, transfection/infection of cells, and PCR is essential 

 
Preferred: 

• Experience in single cell RNA-seq, tissue culture, QPCR, ddPCR, FACs, fresh frozen and FFPE tissue sectioning is highly desirable. 

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

We are seeking a media-minded, health-and-food focused part-time Social Media Coordinator to join the Cook for Your Life at Fred Hutch team, in the Public Health Sciences Division of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. (This is a part-time position where effort is negotiable depending on the candidates’ skills and needs.)

Cook for Your Life is a free online resource that strives to teach healthy cooking and eating to people affected by cancer. For every stage of the cancer journey – prevention, survivorship, in-treatment symptom management – Cook for Your Life turns science-based nutrition guidelines and recommendations into easy, tasty recipes while also offering more cooking tips and helpful advice. The website is published in English and Spanish in order to reach a broad global audience. Multiple research studies are testing the impact of the website content on improving healthy eating in cancer survivors and their families. This position is part of the research team led by Dr. Heather Greenlee.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Cook for Your Life, Liza Schattenkerk, the Social Media Coordinator will help drive the social media strategy and editorial program forward by creating, editing and posting smart and engaging mixed-media content.

Responsibilities include:

• Update and maintain the social media calendar
• Manage the creation, content and posting of our social media programming
• Partner with content team to develop and execute social media campaigns to support brand initiatives
• Continuously monitor and analyze the effectiveness of our social tactics and strategy, and pivot to improve our efforts as necessary

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in communications, marketing, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year’s experience in a social media role
• An understanding of social media strategy and trends
• Knowledge of social media platforms and tracking analytics for each
• Exceptional writing and grammar skills
• Excellent organizational skills; detail-oriented
• A passion for transforming lives and mission driven work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Spanish

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

Responsibilities

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is recruiting a PhD level Data Scientist in the Biostatistics Program to work on high-dimensional problems in Statistical Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology, working closely alongside Dr. Charles Kooperberg and Dr. Li Hsu. The Staff Scientist will carry out both methodological and applied projects under the guidance of the principal investigators. The role of the Staff Scientist involves extensive collaboration and requires the ability to function independently to support and contribute to investigator-led projects. The primary projects are conducted within the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine (TOPMed) and the Population Architecture using Genomics and Epidemiology (PAGE) Consortia.  As part of these projects we will utilize whole-genome sequencing, RNA-Seq, DNA methylation, metabolomics and proteomics data for tens of thousand participants as well as genome-wide genotyping array data for over 3M participants. A particular emphasis of our work is on identifying diseases associations and predicting risk in racially and ethnically diverse populations.  We are developing novel statistical methods to improve the complex data analysis, including association testing and risk prediction. 

Qualifications

The successful candidate has a PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Genetic Epidemiology or related fields.

The successful candidate will be experienced in managing and analyzing large-scale high-dimensional genetic and genomics data with existing software tools and methods and modifying/developing methods if needed. Experience with multiple types of omics data such as whole genome sequencing, methylation, and RNA-seq data is a plus.

Please include your research statement and names of recommenders with your application. 

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

ABOUT HICOR

The Hutchinson Institute for Cancer Outcomes Research (HICOR) is a multi-disciplinary research institute whose mission is to reduce the human and economic burden of cancer. HICOR faculty conduct research in health economics, implementation science, quality of care, health care delivery, health disparities, and health policy.

JOB SUMMARY

HICOR is seeking a full-time statistical programmer to contribute to the data management and analyses for the broad variety of research projects conducted by HICOR.

Responsibilities

Perform some or all of the following responsibilities in support of study-specific requirements.

Support data-related study activities

• Create, manipulate and manage data files for analysis
• Develop systems, methods, and algorithms for processing, analyzing, and visualizing data
• Review, document, and maintain databases and related project files
• Assist with the development of abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations

Communicate clearly with scientific and other staff

• Interpret the scientific needs of investigators, statisticians, and other staff into implementable data solutions
• Serve as a reference resource to internal and external collaborators with data questions
• Maintain ongoing contact with project team to ensure timely delivery of data for a variety of projects and analyses

Maintain high data quality and security standard

• Participate in meetings with regard to data quality assurance and analysis
• Monitor adherence to data collection and storage protocols
• Help develop and follow standard procedures and conventions for data management, information security, regulatory compliance, and programming
• Perform routine audits to ensure quality of the data and integrity of databases
• Participate in reviews of code, security, and procedures

Qualifications

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, informatics, mathematics, or related field
• At least 1 year experience with statistical programming/analysis software like SAS or R
• Able to write documentation for programs, systems, and databases
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical staff/collaborators

Strongly desired qualifications

• Experience in statistical programming, big data tools, machine learning, and data science
• Experience with at least one scripting or programming language for scientific computing (e.g. Python, Java, Javascript)
• Experience in programming support of scientific research
• Knowledge of healthcare systems, medical coding, and claims data

*A cover letter is required for this position.

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

Responsibilities

The Biostatistics Program within the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Division of Public Health Sciences is seeking a Statistical Research Associate (SRA). The SRA provides statistical support to research studies in a variety of contexts focused on novel cancer biomarker evaluations. The SRA works closely with and under the direction of lead statisticians and other scientists (including clinicians and basic scientists) on the analysis, interpretation and reporting of results. Responsibilities include:

• Create analytic data sets, analytic programs, and reports of results
• Ensure data consistency, reconcile anomalies, and follow good data management practices
• Contribute to the development of statistical analysis plans
• Assist in developing and executing quality monitoring for ongoing data collection
• Support research studies through sample selection, interim and final analyses, and preparation of results for publication
• Review or confirm statistical considerations in protocols (sample size/power/blinding)
• Participate in team calls and meetings
• Document and archive datasets and analytic programs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in statistics or biostatistics, related data analysis experience preferred
• Strong programming skills, including proficiency with R and/or SAS statistical software required. Proficiency with R greatly preferred.
• Careful data manipulation practices and high attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple ongoing projects
• Able to acquire new skills and areas of knowledge independently
• Work well individually and as a team with a diverse group of researchers across disciplines
• Familiarity with modern data analysis techniques
• Previous experience in public health or clinical research preferred

Recent recipients of a Master’s Degree are welcome to apply.

The expectation for this position is that the SRA works 5 weekdays on-campus during normal business hours (note: this does not apply when it conflicts with the Fred Hutch COVID-19 pandemic remote working policy.)

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

Overview

Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.

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.

The Etzioni lab in the Biostatistics Program at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is seeking a full-time Statistical Research Associate (SRA) for cancer modeling studies.

We work closely with collaborators at the National Cancer Institute and other US and international partners to explore a wide range of questions about novel screening and prognostic biomarkers, personalized and targeted treatments, population cancer trends, and racial/ethnic disparities. Our work is statistical, computational, and policy-relevant. We use diverse datasets to create models of cancer progression with and without specific interventions, and we frequently rely on simulations to conduct virtual trials and study expected outcomes. The work is a dynamic mix of data analysis, computer programming, graphics development, policy research, and technical writing.

If you have a masters in statistics or biostatistics, computer science, mathematics, physics, economics, or a related field and are excited about using your skills to reduce the burden of cancer, then you may be a perfect fit for this open position. We are seeking an SRA with a background in quantitative analysis and proficiency with scientific programming.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated to develop subject-area expertise and will prioritize quality in everything he or she does. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment allowing a high degree of independence and excellent opportunities for intellectual and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing computational workflows to summarize or analyze datasets to inform disease models
• Designing and programming simulations under the direction of a senior modeler
• Developing statistical packages and user interfaces
• Documenting and archiving data and code produced
• Writing reports and manuscripts

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master’s degree in statistics or biostatistics, computer science, mathematics, physics, economics, or a related field
• Experience with health data analytics, e.g., survival analysis, predictive modeling, longitudinal studies, survey data analysis
• At least three years of relevant experience and demonstrated proficiency in scientific programming languages, such as R (strongly preferred), Python, Julia, or C/C++/Fortran
• Strong organizational skills, meticulous documentation practices, and excellent verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with or enthusiasm to become proficient with developing and testing web applications, Linux computing environments, parallel execution, version control systems, modern programming/debugging/profiling support tools
• Experience with R strongly preferred

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