Lab Aide - Gujral Lab

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle invites applications for a part-time Lab Aide. The role supports the Gujral Laboratory's studies on cell responses to stimuli, with opportunities to learn cell biology and drug discovery processes and present research in lab meetings.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with an interest in sciences; preferred candidates pursue Biology or related fields and have some lab experience. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with an interest in the sciences.
• Pursuing Biology or a related field preferred.
• Some lab experience and/or college-level biology and chemistry courses preferred.
• Attention to detail, initiative and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Routine lab maintenance including tissue culture.
• Collaborate with the research team on various projects.
• Prepare tissue and cell-based samples and carry out biochemical and PCR-based assays.
• Opportunity to present research during lab meetings.

Skills

Biology interest

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Organic chemistry coursework

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Gujral Laboratory in the Human Biology Division at Fred Hutch Laboratory is recruiting a part-time Lab Aide to assist with ongoing studies. The Gujral Lab is focused on understanding the details of how cells respond to external stimuli, both stimuli that are physiological and those that contribute to disease. This position provides a rich environment to learn about cell biology and the drug discovery process. Candidates will also have the opportunity to present their research during lab meetings.

Responsibilities

• Routine lab maintenance including tissue culture.
• Collaborate with members of the research team and their work on various projects.
• Prepare tissue and cell-based samples and carry out biochemical and PCR-based assays.
• Candidates will also have the opportunity to present their research during lab meetings.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent with an interest in the sciences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate would be pursuing a degree in Biology or a related field.
• Some lab experience and/or college-level biology and chemistry courses preferred.
• Attention to detail, a high level of initiative, and excellent communication skills.
• Flexible and able to work independently without supervision.
• Works well collaborating with others.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Enrolled at present in relevant science coursework.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $21.30 to $30.13 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees access to a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked), and prorated paid holidays (up to 13 days per year).

Additional Information

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