Clinical Research Technologist I​/II

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated, full- time Clinical Research Technologist I/II to join the Radich Molecular Oncology Lab. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to both moderate- and high-complexity laboratory testing on human specimens within a CLIA/CAP-regulated environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, small-team setting while also demonstrating the ability to work independently. This individual will follow established protocols with precision and operate analytical instrumentation, including PCR and sequencing platforms as well as recovering, compiling, and verifying the accuracy of clinical patient data;

performing calculations; preparing reports; and executing molecular biology techniques with a high degree of accuracy.

• Perform laboratory tests on clinical samples under the supervision of senior lab members, utilizing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy and reliability for both moderate and high complexity testing in a regulated environment.
• Interpret and report test results under the guidance of senior lab members.
• Log, record, process, and track clinical specimens.
• Maintain laboratory records and data electronically as well as paper based, using proper good documentation practices.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and reagents, ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
• Assist in ordering and maintaining appropriate level of lab supplies.
• Perform other duties as required.
• 100% lab work expected.

• All Clinical Research Technologist I responsibilities as well as additional tasks.
• Participate in planning strategies with management for increasing accuracy, effectiveness, and/or scope of laboratory procedures following regulations and good clinical practices.
• Provide training and guidance to junior members in the performance of standardized laboratory operation procedures.
• Proactively and independently identify opportunities for continuous improvement in laboratory processes and procedures and recommend effective enhancements to management.
• Maintain, calibrate and work collaboratively with vendors on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Order, maintain and train junior members on appropriate level of lab supplies and reagents.
• Respond and/or address customer questions,…