Research Technician II

Fred Hutch; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,478 - 51,935; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision, dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation (12-22 days per year)

Job summary

A leading cancer research center in Seattle is seeking a Research Technician II to support scientific research on genetic mechanisms of cancer. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years of lab experience. Responsibilities include performing experiments, maintaining lab records, and analyzing data. Comprehensive benefits offered. The pay range is $26.48 to $37.70 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working in a lab outside of school coursework.
• Independent research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments at the bench level to support investigative work.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents, stocks, cultures or cell lines.
• Interpret and report on experimental results.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Statistical analysis

Mammalian cell culturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field

Tools

Analytical instruments

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 Hockenbery Lab is hiring a Research Technician II who will be responsible for performing standard and investigative laboratory work in support of scientific research on genetic mechanisms of spontaneous regression of a transmissible cancer in Tasmanian Devils by performing bench-level experiments, operating analytical instruments, recovering, compiling, and verifying the accuracy of research data; performing calculations; preparing charts, graphs, and summaries.

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.

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

• Independent research experience separate from school lab experience
• Experience with mammalian cell culturing.
• Demonstrated scientific knowledge in the area of study
• Demonstrated basic laboratory skills

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), 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.