Research Technician I​/II

Research Technician I/II

A Research Technician I/II position is available in the Parkhurst lab at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. A hallmark of many diseases and cancers is a dysfunctional cytoskeleton. A properly functioning cytoskeleton is needed for a wide variety of cellular events ranging from cell shape to cell signaling and migration/metastasis. The Parkhurst lab uses multidisciplinary approaches to study dynamic cytoskeleton processes in the regulation of normal developmental events and when mis-regulated in diseases/cancer.

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate interested in the topics of wound repair using the Drosophila model system. This is an ideal position for a recent enthusiastic graduate who wants to gain an intense research experience before pursuing graduate school.

The research tech will primarily carry out an independent research project that involves cell biology, developmental genetics, and molecular biology. Other responsibilities include general lab maintenance (ordering, caring for Drosophila flies, fly media preparation), and other duties as needed. We are looking for candidates that can thrive in a fast paced environment, that value teamwork, and who are great communicators.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated scientific knowledge in the area of study.
• Demonstrated basic laboratory skills.

Research Technician II:

• 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.

As a condition of employment Fred Hutch conducts post-offer color blindness testing for the RT I/II role. All offers of employment in the Parkhurst Lab are conditional on the applicant successfully completing and passing a color blindness test.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good quantitative and statistical skills.
• Strong background in cell biology preferred.
• Familiarity with microscopy preferred.
• Programming skills preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• To be successful in this position, the technician must have scientific curiosity, a high level of self-motivation, the ability to take instruction and correction and to follow directions, good organizational skills, the ability to work and think independently, and wants to stay at least two years.
• Flexibility in hours to accommodate shared use of microscopes and other major equipment.

Research Technician I:
The hourly pay range for this position is from $23.33 to $33.21 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Research Technician II:
The hourly pay range for this position is from $27.01 to $38.45 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).

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.

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