Fred Hutch has a rich history of postdoctoral training, having launched the careers of individuals who are now faculty members at top research and teaching institutions throughout the world. Former Fred Hutch trainees are also leading research and public health efforts in industry, government and beyond and we support training a workforce to meet the many opportunities in science. Our environment fosters collaboration and interdisciplinary research.
Fellows are supported by several institutional programs that were established in part by trainees to enhance the training opportunities at the Fred Hutch, including the Student Postdoc Advisory Committee and Office of Scientific Career Development, providing resources and training programs for those interested in a variety of careers, such as tenure-track and industry. Expert career counseling/coaching is also available.
For postdoctoral training, individuals should apply directly to the faculty member who leads the research program of interest or look on our recruiting page for open positions. There are 7 training grants led by faculty at the Fred Hutch to help support postdoctoral training (see below). Stipends and salaries for postdoctoral fellows at the Hutch should be at or above the Washington State minimum exempt wage (PDF). Fred Hutch is committed to providing similar health care packages to each postdoctoral fellow regardless of how you are funded.
Denise Buenrostro, a postdoctoral research fellow in the Chapuis Lab
Amanda Woodward Davis is a postdoctoral research fellow who works in the Prlic Lab
Tyler Starr, a postdoctoral research fellow, works in the Bloom Lab
Denise Buenrostro, a postdoctoral research fellow in the Chapuis Lab
Amanda Woodward Davis is a postdoctoral research fellow who works in the Prlic Lab
Tyler Starr, a postdoctoral research fellow, works in the Bloom Lab
Biomedical Research Integrity Program
All Fred Hutch-based trainees (postdoctoral researchers, clinical fellows, and graduate students) must complete research ethics training during their tenure at the center.
Training & Funding Opportunities
Biobehavioral Cancer Control and Prevention Training Grant (T32)
This training program provides formal coursework as well as research and intervention experience in cancer prevention and control. This program is funded by a Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA Institutional Research Training Grant (T32) from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
Biological Mechanisms of Healthy Aging Training Grant (T32)
The mission of this program is to train the next generation of scientific leaders in the field of biological aging and age- related disease. Trainees will be conducting cutting edge research, exposure to the breadth of knowledge, concepts and approaches required to succeed in this field. As well as hands on mentoring that will develop the skills necessary to become a future leader. Post-doc candidates typically beging in their 1st year of post-graduate training and continuity id provided across 2-3 years of support.
Biostatistics, Epidemiologic, and Bioinformatic Training and Environmental Health | Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences (T32)
This training grant provides funding for PhD students and postdocs interested in data-based analysis of environmental health issues. Eligible trainees come from three UW departments: Biostatistics, Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, and Epidemiology. Accepted students receive a stipend and tuition assistance as they train in the balance between life sciences and quantitative disciplines – giving graduates insight into disease causation as well as the bioinformatic and statistical tools to analyze data at a population level.
Cancer Prevention Training: Epidemiology, Nutrition, Genetics & Survivorship (T32)
This award supports research training and projects in nutrition, genetics, metabolic pathways, and other lifestyle factors in relation to cancer prevention with an emphasis on survivorship. Trainees are provided with formal coursework in epidemiology, nutrition and genetics/human biology and with innovative and transdisciplinary research experiences. The program also ensures trainees gain the skills to prepare for an independent research career; including practice with grant writing, scientific manuscript preparation, oral presentations and long-term career development planning.
Developing Data-Driven Cancer Researchers (T32)
This NIH Training Grant provides support for students in the UW Schools of Public Health and Pharmacy. This grant is funded by a Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA Institutional Research Training Grant (T32) from the National Cancer Institute.
Infectious Disease in the Immunocompromised Host (T32)
This program supports the next generation of physicians and scientists, currently MD or PhD, with expertise in infectious diseases in the immunocompromised host. Trainees are provided with a scientifically rigorous and culturally inclusive training environment to foster creative, innovative and collaborative research on infectious diseases in non-HIV immunocompromised patients (e.g. transplant, cancer, immunomodulatory therapy).
Interdisciplinary Training in Genomic Science (T32)
The NIH/NHGRI Genome Training Grant prepares trainees for research careers in acquiring and interpreting genomic data and using this information in biomedical research. We recognize that this type of research will demand interdisciplinary approaches and multidisciplinary collaborations. One goal of this program is to attract individuals from the physical sciences and engineering to the forefront of modern biological research. The program also trains cellular and molecular biologists in other disciplines so that they can effectively collaborate at this interdisciplinary interface.
U2C/TL1 NCOR-KUH Program | Nephrology
The Northwest Comprehensive Research Training in Kidney, Urology and Hematologic Sciences (NCOR-KUH) Program supports successful predoctoral PhD students, MDs, and postdoctoral PhD applicants up to two years of research training support. Beyond protected time for research, the program includes professional development through structured didactics; works-in-progress conferences; scientific and career workshops; a tiered mentoring structure with peer and near-peer mentors; and networking opportunities such as symposia and retreats. As one of several nationwide programs, trainees will have the opportunity to engage with peers from other NIDDK-funded U2C/TL1 programs.
Neuro-Oncology Fellowship
The Neuro-Oncology Fellowship is a dedicated year of combined clinical and academic immersion in pediatric neuro-oncology for trainees who have completed a pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship or training in pediatric neurology.
The fellowship will provide a broad-range multidisciplinary experience in the management of children and adolescents with central nervous system (CNS) tumors and exposure to current best active therapies as well as early phase and novel trial therapies.
Pediatric Hematology Oncology Fellowship Program (T32)
The pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship program is a 3-year training program that prepares physicians to become leaders in the field of pediatric hematology oncology. It is an alliance of Seattle Children’s Hospital, the University of Washington Medical Center and Fred Hutch. It is a T32 training grant funded by the National Institutes of Health.
STD/AIDS Research Training Fellowship Program (T32)
This NIH-supported training program's goal is to train the next generation of leaders in STD and AIDS research.
Postdoctoral applicants must be currently training with a program faculty member. MDs are usually affiliated with the Infectious Diseases or Obstetrics & Gynecology fellowship programs; PhDs are working with Program faculty.