Lab Aide

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. Perform routine work in a research laboratory committed to developing new approaches to eradicate metastatic breast cancer. The incumbent will work under the close supervision of the Lab Manager and other lab personnel. We are looking for applicants who will support our team and make sure the lab has what it needs to run smoothly. The effective Lab Aide will receive training in experimental methods in cancer biology to help grow into the responsibilities of this position. Responsibilities Assist in core laboratory organization, restocking and maintenance duties. Prepare, weigh and dilute essential reagents according to specific instructions. With support, learn and perform mammalian cell culturing, cloning, animal handling and microscopy. Provide basic support to the laboratory and perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent with an interest in the sciences. Preferred Qualifications Prior lab experience. Attention to detail and accuracy. Algebraic fluency with basic lab math. Effective time management skills, able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Ideal candidate will be available for at least 8 hours per week. The hourly pay range for this position is from $21.30 to $30.13 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position. 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). Additional Information 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. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fred Hutch