Research Technician II/III

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 Veatch lab in the Translational Science and Therapeutics Division is looking for a highly motivated Research Technician to support the development of immunotherapy for cancer. The Veatch lab is focused on development of novel cellular therapies for solid tumors, and studies mouse cancer models as well as human samples. We use viral transduction and CRISPR based methods to engineer human and mouse T cells, and use Fluorescence activated cell sorting and bulk and single cell sequencing to analyze samples from mouse models and cancer patients. This individual will have the opportunity to work with a variety of cutting-edge cellular and molecular research techniques. This person will be responsible for maintaining meticulous records and organizing and reporting on experimental results. Experience with FACS and mouse handling and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

Research Technician II:

• Identify methodological problems in research protocols and implement modifications to optimize experimental results.
• Prepare and present written or oral progress reports concerning studies including assembly, organization, and interpretation of data.
• Assist in the design and implementation of experiments; may be responsible for the performance of individual research project.
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in determining most suitable methods to be used in research.
• Assist in publication of results by proofreading, editing, and contributing ideas.
• May perform statistical analyses, manage research data bases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Research Technician III:

Performs the duties of the Research Technician II plus:

• May lead or supervise other laboratory personnel and be responsible for the daily operation of the laboratory.
• Collaborate with primary investigator and assist in designing experiments; examine proposals to determine projects and methodologies best suited to research objectives and the overall goals of the laboratory.
• Summarize and write for publication or presentation the results of research projects, often as co-author or author. Edit and write reports of research.
• Consult with the Principal Investigator and others in the scientific community on problems and related projects.
• Determine the most suitable methods to be used in research; determine appropriate experimental controls.
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in determining most suitable methods to be used in research.
• Other duties as assigned.

Please note that part of the job responsibilities includes collecting and/or processing samples from patients enrolled on clinical trials, which may require working outside of typical work hours and infrequently on weekends.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Research Technician II:
  • Bachelor's degree in related scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 2 years of experience working in a lab outside of school coursework.
• Research Technician III:
  • Bachelor's degree in related scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5 years of experience working in a lab outside of school coursework (or equivalent combination of advanced degree and work experience).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Laboratory experience with cell cultures and/or molecular biological techniques.
• Self-motivated candidates with excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, and those who work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• To be successful in this position, the technician must be highly motivated, have a high level of initiative, work carefully, and keep detailed records.
• Capable of working independently in a teamwork environment and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with Mouse handling and procedures, FACS, and cell culture.

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 Research Tech II position is from $25.71 to $36.60 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

The hourly pay range for the Research Tech III position is from $32.57 to $47.71 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).

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