Biospecimen Processing & Biorepository Specialist I

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking an entry level Shared Resources Specialist I to support scientists with biospecimen processing, data entry, and instrument operation. The role offers growth opportunities within a collaborative BPB shared resource environment.

The position emphasizes training from senior staff, adherence to biosafety, and accurate documentation of activities, with a standard 9-to-5 schedule and on-site duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology-related field or equivalent.
• Associate degree with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• GED/high school diploma with 3+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Support researchers by processing biospecimens and preparing samples.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments; enter data into databases.
• Prepare reagents and educational materials; assist with protocol development.

Skills

Learnability

Team collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry

Associate degree + 1+ years experience

GED/ HS diploma + 3+ years experience

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams)

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking an entry level Shared Resources Specialist I to support scientists with biospecimen processing, data entry, and instrument operation. The role offers growth opportunities within a collaborative BPB shared resource environment.

The position emphasizes training from senior staff, adherence to biosafety, and accurate documentation of activities, with a standard 9-to-5 schedule and on-site duties.