Research Technician II

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. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. 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. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Naresh Lab in the Translational Science and Therapeutics Division at Fred Hutch is seeking enthusiastic and creative individuals who are interested in conducting translational research that will ultimately lead to improved patient care. The Naresh Lab primarily focus on translational research of lymphomas and other blood cancers. The laboratory explores the biology of lymphomas and other blood cancers by understanding the alterations in gene/protein expression of the tumor cells and the microenvironment, and via other changes to the genome.

The Research Technician II will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator or higher-level laboratory personnel. Uses discretion and judgment in the performance of duties. Responsible for performing standard and investigative laboratory work in support of scientific research by performing bench-level experiments, operating analytical instruments, recovering, compiling and verifying the accuracy of research data; performing calculations; preparing charts, graphs and summaries.

Performs the duties of the Research Technician I position plus:

Identify methodological problems in research protocol and implement modifications to optimize experimental results.
• Good knowledge and experience in genomic and transcriptomic technologies, and the ability to work with human tissue samples are required; may be responsible for the performance of individual research projects. Experience in bioinformatics is welcome.
• Experience in single and multiplex immunohistochemistry and analysis of digital whole slide images is welcome.
• 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 the most suitable methods to be used in research.
• Assist in the publication of results by proofreading, editing, and contributing ideas.
• May perform statistical analyses, write computer programs, or manage research database.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years previous experience working in a laboratory.
• Good organization and teamwork skills and the ability to work independently are essential to success in this position.
• Sterile technique and molecular biological experience.
• Candidates with an interest in taking projects from start-to-finish, in publishing, and advancing to a leadership position in academia or industry are of particular interest.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master's degree in a scientific discipline can substitute for 1 year of post-graduation lab experience

To apply for this position, please provide the following:

• A cover letter explaining your research interests and stating your future plans

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

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

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

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).