Biospecimen Processing Specialist (Entry Level)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle is seeking a Shared Resources Specialist I to support researchers by handling biospecimens, performing bench experiments, and operating analytical instruments within the BPB shared resource.

This entry-level role offers growth, collaboration with faculty, training in protocol development, and involvement in data recording, billing, and regulatory support as part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or related fields.
• Associate degree with 1+ years of experience; GED/ High School Diploma with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience with bench-level lab work and biospecimen processing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench work including processing biospecimens for PBMC, plasma and others; DNA/RNA extraction from samples.
• Cell culture and mycoplasma testing; sample quantification and testing.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents and stocks; learn protocol development.

Skills

Lab skills

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Microbiology/Biochemistry

Associate degree +1 year experience

GED/High School Diploma +3 years experience

Tools

Lab equipment operation

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle is seeking a Shared Resources Specialist I to support researchers by handling biospecimens, performing bench experiments, and operating analytical instruments within the BPB shared resource.

This entry-level role offers growth, collaboration with faculty, training in protocol development, and involvement in data recording, billing, and regulatory support as part of a dedicated team.