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 Boonyaratanakornkit Laboratory within the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Division is recruiting a Research Technician I or II to perform lab experiments studying antibodies and B cells against respiratory viruses. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in virology and molecular biology and experience working with rodents.

Responsibilities

• Standard assays such as PCR, DNA/RNA isolation, transfections, cell line maintenance, ELISA's, flow cytometry
• Viral production, purification, and neutralization assays
• Rodent handling, viral challenge, drug treatment, and tissue dissection
• Collect and analyze data and maintain an organized and updated lab notebook
• May write up an experiment plan, perform and lead experiments, assist in analysis, and provide a report with data interpretation
• Assist in the design of experiments; may be responsible for the performance of individual research projects
• May conduct literature reviews to assist in determining the most suitable methods to be used in research
• Identify methodological problems in research protocols and implement modifications to optimize experimental results
• Prepare and present written or oral progress reports concerning studies including background, assembly, organization, and interpretation of data
• May perform statistical analyses, write computer programs, or manage research database
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Research Technician I:

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated scientific knowledge in the area of study.
• Demonstrated basic laboratory skills.

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS degree in microbiology, immunology, virology, or similar areas of focus.
• Experience in virology and molecular biology.
• 1 year of independent research experience outside of laboratory course work.
• The technician must show initiative, willingness to take up new skills and responsibilities, and be a team player.
• Must be willing to work with biohazardous/infectious agents, human specimens, and rodent colonies under carefully controlled conditions.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential to success in this position, as are good communication, responsiveness to feedback, and organizational skills.
• Must be flexible and willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed to complete time-sensitive experiments

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.

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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