Research Technician I

Fred Hutch; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite health clinic

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Research Technician I to support the Zhuang lab's aging and cancer research projects. You will perform bench experiments, prepare reagents, and help with data collection.

Working with 3D organoid cultures, mouse models, and imaging, you'll contribute to publications and learn broad molecular biology techniques in a collaborative environment that values integrity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related science.
• 2 years of lab experience beyond coursework.
• Strong foundational lab skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench experiments to support investigative work.
• Prepare and maintain reagents, stocks, cultures or cell lines.
• Document protocols and assays and maintain records.
• Interpret and report experimental results and data.
• Carry out basic maintenance of equipment.
• Order and manage lab supplies.
• Support supervision of work-study students.

Skills

Lab techniques

Molecular biology basics

Data recording

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Flow cytometry

Microscopy

Mouse models

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.

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 Zhuang lab is recruiting a Research Technician I. Our lab studies how aging reshapes adult stem cells and their microenvironment to influence tissue regeneration, cancer initiation and therapeutic responses. Successful candidates will learn to generate and exploit a series of novel cancer model systems, including 3D organoid cultures, genetically engineered mouse models (GEMMs) and patient-derived 3D cultures and xenografts.

In addition, the incumbent will have the opportunity to become involved with all steps of research and contributes to publications. Scientific methodologies and areas of focus include animal models and mouse genetics, 3D culture, multi-omics, flow cytometry, molecular biology and cell and tissue imaging. The experience gained in the lab will be useful for pursuing a career as a researcher or physician.

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments at the bench level 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in related scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of experience working in a lab outside of school coursework.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated scientific knowledge in the area of study.
• Demonstrated basic laboratory skills.
• Previous experience in molecular biolodegy, tissue culture, microscopy, flow cytometry and mouse models will be a plus.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $23.33 to $33.21 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 a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.