Job ID | 27486 | Type | Regular Full-Time | Location | US-WA-Seattle | Category | Laboratory Research Sciences |
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.
Dr. James Alvarez's laboratory at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician II. Our laboratory seeks to understand the genetic and cellular underpinnings of tumor progression, with a focus on tumor dormancy and therapy resistance. To achieve this goal, we use genomic, cell biologic, biochemical, and genetic tools to study genetically engineered mouse models and human cancer cells.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and have excellent organizational skills. Prior research experience in some area related to biological sciences is required.
The applicant will have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions to research projects in our lab. The ideal candidate will be able to independently drive a research project with guidance from the PI and work collaboratively as part of a team. We anticipate that these contributions will result in the technician being an author on multiple high-impact publications.
Research Technician I:
Research Technician II:
In addition to the responsibilities of the Research Technician I:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Research Technician I:
Research Technician II:
All qualifications of Research Technician I, plus:
2 years previous experience working in a laboratory
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Research Technician I:
Research Technician II:
All qualifications of Research Technician I, plus:
To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV.
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
Research Technician I: The hourly pay range for this position is from $22.21 to $31.61 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Research Technician II: The hourly pay range for this position is from $25.71 to $36.60 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).