Cancer Biology Research Technician II

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical vision

Dental

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Family life support

Employee assistance program

Onsite health clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holiday

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Research Technician II to support lung and pancreatic cancer research using mouse models, cell lines, and clinical samples. You will independently develop, guide, and complete research projects in collaboration with a skilled lab team.

The role emphasizes bench-level experimentation, molecular biology techniques, and data analysis to produce robust results with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2 years of experience working in a lab outside of school coursework.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench-level experiments to support investigative work.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents, stocks, cultures or cell lines.
• Perform and modify documented protocols and assays.
• Maintain laboratory records and compile data on experiments and assays.
• Interpret and report on experimental results.
• Perform statistical analysis of test results and prepare written reports on work performed.
• Operate and carry out basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Order and maintain appropriate levels of supplies.
• May supervise work-study students.
• Participate in lab meetings and journal clubs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Multitasking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Research Technician II to support lung and pancreatic cancer research using mouse models, cell lines, and clinical samples. You will independently develop, guide, and complete research projects in collaboration with a skilled lab team.

The role emphasizes bench-level experimentation, molecular biology techniques, and data analysis to produce robust results with attention to detail.