Biospecimen Processing & Biorepository Specialist I

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

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle is seeking a Shared Resources Specialist I to support BPB researchers by processing biospecimens, operating analytical instruments, and compiling research data. This entry‑level role emphasizes bench work, protocol learning, and accuracy in documentation.

You will help maintain reagents, coordinate equipment maintenance, train users, and assist with study projects within a collaborative, mission‑driven lab.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field; or Associate degree with 1+ years experience; or GED/HS diploma with 3+ years experience.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: ability to learn protocols, operate specimen processing and repository equipment, understand biosafety requirements, strong communication and organizational skills, team collaboration, MS Office proficiency.
• Experience with record-keeping and databank management.

Responsibilities

• Research support including bench work and processing biospecimens for PBMC, plasma and nucleic acids.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents and stocks; assist in protocol development and study coordination.
• Coordinate maintenance of equipment; assist with supply management and basic billing; train users and supervise interns.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaborative

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry or related field

Associate degree + 1+ years experience

GED/ HS diploma + 3+ years experience

Tools

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

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle is seeking a Shared Resources Specialist I to support BPB researchers by processing biospecimens, operating analytical instruments, and compiling research data. This entry‑level role emphasizes bench work, protocol learning, and accuracy in documentation.

You will help maintain reagents, coordinate equipment maintenance, train users, and assist with study projects within a collaborative, mission‑driven lab.