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 Lab Technician I position plays a key role within the Science Education Partnership’s (SEP) Kit Loan Program. SEP has a 30+ year history of providing professional development and educational materials/equipment to Washington State secondary science teachers and currently offers nearly 100 educational kits of 31 different types serving over 15,000 students across the state. In collaboration with other lab team members, the Lab Technician I will be responsible for packing and restocking these kits and supplies, lab reagent preparation, and administrative tasks in support of additional SEP programming.
This is a part-time, on-site position that reports to the SEP Lab Manager.
ResponsibilitiesThis position is dynamic and day-to day tasks vary greatly according to the needs of the program. These tasks may include the following:
Kit and Materials PreparationPack, unpack, and inventory kit itemsPrepare reagents and maintain backup stocksPerform quality control testsTroubleshoot existing lab protocols when neededMaintain lab cleanliness and organizationData EntryPerform data entry and kit tracking in FileMaker/Airtable databasesProvide technical support for the SEP inventory systemAdministrative TasksContribute to the design and delivery of SEP’s external communications, including newsletter and social mediaAssist the SEP team with other administrative tasks (ex: data entry/collection, mailing etc.)Curriculum and Education SupportUnder guidance of the SEP team, contribute to new curriculum ideas, lab activities, and methodsDraft student and teacher written resourcesCreate new protocols and troubleshoot their effectiveness for classroom useAssist in delivering SEP’s educational programming for high school studentsProvide guidance and mentorship to high school students through SEP programsAdditional Duties as required. QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from High School or equivalent with interest in the sciences. Minimum of one year experience as a Laboratory Aide or equivalent experience or successful completion of the Shoreline/Fred Hutch Lab Tech Certificate Program.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Highly organized with keen attention to detailAbility to follow directions and ask for clarificationPunctual and reliable, with strong time management skillsComfort with performing routine mathematical calculations in preparation of lab reagents (e.g. concentrations) and understanding of orders of magnitude/ unit conversionUnderstanding of scientific practices and experimental design (including the role of controls)Troubleshooting skillsAbility to communicate effectively, including strong writing skillsClient/Customer service experience (strong customer service skills)Molecular biology lab experience (handling reagents, micropipetting, gel electrophoresis, PCR, bacterial transformation, etc.)College coursework in biology and chemistry with quantitative analytical skillsExperience with inventory trackingPassion for science educationPlease note that this position requires lifting our kit crates on a regular basis. These crates may weigh up to 50 lbs.
Applicants must include a cover letter to be considered for this position.
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 $20.75 to $29.54, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees access to a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked), and prorated paid holidays (up to 13 days per year).