Research Technician I/II - Jesse Bloom Lab

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.

The Bloom lab (https://jbloomlab.org/) has an opening for a Research Technician to help with their studies of viral evolution and its effect on countermeasures. The technician will be expected to spend about one-third of their time on general lab management / support, and the other two-thirds working on a specific scientific project that will initially be focused around how viral mutations might impact antibody prophylactics against RSV. The role will require scientific curiosity and enthusiasm, a desire to learn and apply new techniques, a willingness to work with other lab members, good communication skills, and the ability to help support the lab operations generally.

We will consider applicants with a wide range of prior experience levels if they can provide a case why they would be a good fit for our lab and project. You can strengthen your application by providing a cover letter that describes in detail your interests, background, and career goals specific to our lab and the role described above. The more you can make your cover letter demonstrate some interest specific to our lab's projects, the more likely your application is to stand out. Also please include a CV describing your training and any prior research and biology background, as well as providing contact information for at least two references.

The successful applicant should at minimum have BA or BS in a science-related field and/or several years of prior experience working in molecular biology. If your experience level either is less or more than that, we will still consider your application if your cover letter convincingly explains why you are a good fit.

A cover letter and CV are required in order to be considered for the position.

Perform experiments to contribute to a research project on RSV evolution.
• Assist with analysis of experimental data and summarizing results.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining lab supplies and equipment.
• Carry out basic maintenance of lab equipment and space.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Research Technician I:

• 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

Cover letter and CV are required to apply.

Research Tech I: The hourly pay range for this position is from $22.87 to $32.56 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Research Tech II: 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, income-based child care subsidy, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).