Senior Histocompatibility Lab Specialist (Immunogenetics)

careers-fhcrc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Clinical Histocompatibility Technologist I–III to support testing, verification and education within the Clinical Immunogenetics Laboratory. You will troubleshoot complex issues, review data and help maintain regulatory compliance while supporting lab operations.

The role requires 8+ years in histocompatibility, CHS certification and deep knowledge of HLA, crossmatching and typing methods, with a focus on safety, accuracy and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical lab science and CLIA/ASHI eligibility.
• Minimum 8 years histocompatibility lab experience with 3 years in relevant testing areas.
• CHT (ACHI) certification with continuing education in ACHI.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary responsibilities of Clinical Histocompatibility Technologist I–III.
• Coordinate equipment procurement, maintenance and vendor contracts.
• Lead or assist in projects, validation and installation of new systems.
• Ensure QA/QI activities and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Histocompatibility lab experience

HLA theory knowledge

Color vision compliance

Lab leadership support

Education

Bachelor's degree in lab science

CHT (ACHI) certification

Tools

HLA Typing Methods (SSOP, NGS, RT-PCR)

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Clinical Histocompatibility Technologist I–III to support testing, verification and education within the Clinical Immunogenetics Laboratory. You will troubleshoot complex issues, review data and help maintain regulatory compliance while supporting lab operations.

The role requires 8+ years in histocompatibility, CHS certification and deep knowledge of HLA, crossmatching and typing methods, with a focus on safety, accuracy and collaboration with