Research Technician II

MedStar Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Research Technician II to join the Berger lab in Seattle. The technician will perform critical experiments related to lung cancer development and therapy, along with managerial duties. This role offers an excellent opportunity to significantly impact cancer research while developing valuable laboratory management skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation (12-22 days per year)

Paid sick leave (12-25 days per year)

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's degree or 4+ years extensive laboratory experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory outside of school.
• Solid background in cell biology or cancer biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue culture of human and rodent cell lines.
• Conduct molecular and microbiology techniques.
• Maintain organized lab records and manage inventories.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Microbiology techniques

Tissue culture

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

4+ years laboratory experience in a related field

Job description

Research Technician II

Job ID

29522

Type

Regular Full-Time

Location

US-WA-Seattle

Category

Laboratory Research Sciences

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 Berger lab is seeking a bright and motivated Research Technician II. The individual will perform experiments directed at understanding mechanisms of lung tumor development and identifying strategies for lung cancer therapy, as well as perform lab managerial duties such as inventory maintenance and training of new laboratory personnel. This is a fantastic opportunity for a scientist interested in making a difference in cancer medicine while developing and exercising skills in laboratory management.

Responsibilities

Primary Job Duties:

Tissue culture of primary and immortalized human and rodent cell lines
• Molecular biology techniques such as protein extraction, immunoprecipitation, Western blotting
• Microbiology techniques such as cloning, maxipreps, minipreps of bacterial cultures
• Preparation of lentivirus for genetic studies
• Maintaining organized and complete lab records and inventories
• Preparation of reagents and media used in experiments
• Identify methodological problems in research protocol and implement modifications to optimize experimental results.
• Prepare and present written or oral progress reports concerning studies including assembly, organization, and interpretation of data.
• Assist in the design of experiments; may be responsible for the performance of individual research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews to assist in determining most suitable methods to be used in research.
• Assist in publication of results by proofreading, editing, and contributing ideas.
• Manage research records and sample databases
• Train and mentor new personnel

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or extensive laboratory experience (4+ years) in a related scientific field
• 2 years previous experience working in a laboratory outside of school coursework
• Must have scientific knowledge in the area of study and basic laboratory skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Independent research experience in addition to school lab experience (Level II = outside of coursework)
• Highly motivated and intellectually curious
• A solid background knowledge in cell biology and/or cancer biology
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to maintain organized laboratory notebook and computer files
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Experience with standard laboratory techniques, including cell culture, flow cytometry, Western blotting, and immunofluorescence/confocal microscopy

The hourly pay range for this position is from $26.48 to $37.70 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

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), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

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.