Biospecimen Processing & Shared Resources Specialist I

Fred Hutch; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Shared Resources Specialist I to provide lab support, process biospecimens, and assist with protocol development. You will maintain reagents, prepare nucleic acids, and coordinate study projects while learning to operate equipment and software.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry or an equivalent mix of education and experience, with strong collaboration and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related fields.
• Associate degree and 1+ years of experience.
• GED/ High School Diploma and 3+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new protocols and techniques.
• Ability to learn and operate specimen processing and repository equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research support for biospecimen processing and protocol development.
• Maintain reagents and supplies; prepare and quality-check nucleic acids.
• Coordinate study projects and learn new technical skills.
• Establish collaborative relationships with faculty and external users.
• Assist in equipment upkeep and maintenance; manage basic software.
• Assist in developing and modifying lab protocols and training materials.
• Document laboratory activities and support compliance and billing where needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology / Microbiology / Biochemistry

Associate degree + 1+ year experience

GED / High School Diploma + 3+ years experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Shared Resources Specialist I to provide lab support, process biospecimens, and assist with protocol development. You will maintain reagents, prepare nucleic acids, and coordinate study projects while learning to operate equipment and software.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry or an equivalent mix of education and experience, with strong collaboration and organizational skills.