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 cancer genomic laboratory procedures leading to the formation of accurate clinical reports using the International System for Cytogenetic Nomenclature

 

Works under the direction of Leadership. Displays significant independence with routine tasks and illustrates solid decision making in non-routine situations

 

This position will be full-time, day shift; weekend coverage required as part of regular schedule. The onsite expectation will be 20%-40% (4-8 days per month onsite with at least 4 of those days on the weekend).

Responsibilities

• Perform benchwork, analysis, and/or reporting of genetic or genomic assays consistently with a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Perform pre-director tech checking of straightforward and complex cases and reports in areas of high competency
• Contribute significantly to operations beyond routine testing (quality management, methods development, revising or writing SOPs, variance review).
• Assist with design and implement validation efforts or improved processes in area
• Work with members of lab management to improve operations, investigate and implement new technologies, streamline workflow strategies, organize, and evaluate QM records
• Assist with orientation and training of lab staff
• Assist with daily planning to handle workload according to available resources; make solid decisions regarding workflow in the absence of lead
• Be a resource for moderately complex technical issues within area of expertise; be able to offer guidance to proceed. For areas outside personal expertise, provide general guidance and identify additional resources
• Contribute to the continuing education of staff either through directly presenting material or investigating other resources
• Troubleshoot routine equipment or assays issues with minimal assistance
• With moderate assistance, gather and analyze data for lab use, or for potential publication
• Maintain QC and validation documentation
• Contribute to an environment of safety and focus on quality

Perform as assigned:

• Organize and provide primary tech oversight in select processes
• Document training or competency assessments of other techs to assure all are properly trained and perform to a consistent standard
• Review specimen preparation and testing plans, communicate with clinicians regarding testing recommendation and determine compliance with Pathways algorithms.
• Instruct clinicians and staff in cancer genomic techniques, history and clinical relevance, and the genetic and chemical basis for lab procedures
• Represent the lab at Fred Hutch meetings to address interdepartmental issues, especially technical issues
• Assist with design and implement validation efforts or improved processes in area
• Assist with orientation and training of lab staff
• Assist with daily planning to handle workload according to available resources; make solid decisions regarding workflow in the absence of lead
• With moderate assistance, gather and analyze data for lab use, or for potential publication

Qualifications

Required:

• BA/BS in related scientific field
• Typically, at least 5 years' experience in a Cytogenetics/genomics lab OR completion of a formal certified training program in Cytogenetics/genomics and 4 years' work experience
• Certification as CG(ASCP)CM or MB(ASCP)CM or international equivalent with on-going documentation of CE comparable to ASCP programs 
• Working knowledge of CAP guidelines
• Advanced knowledge of Cancer Genomics of hematological disorders and related diagnostic testing
• Robust troubleshooting skills
• Strict attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Robust virtual communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Mature judgment
• Works independently on routine and non-routine tasks
• Strong ability to apply general guidelines and knowledge to unique situations to make sound decisions
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to inspect/critique other's work
• Ability to identify, triage, and escalate issues appropriately
• Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role

Preferred: 

• Dual certification as CG(ASCP)CM and MB(ASCP)CM
• Perform effectively amidst stress, continuous change, and ambiguity
• Strong presentation skills
• Solid background knowledge of all areas of the lab (though may not have advanced technical proficiency in all areas)
• Solid knowledge of and the appropriate application of techniques required for translational clinical assay development
• Solid mentoring skills

The hourly pay range for this position is from $44.79 to $67.17 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

 

This position will be full-time, day shift; weekend coverage required as part of regular schedule. The onsite expectation will be 20%-40% (4-8 days per month onsite with at least 4 of those days on the weekend).This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship at this time.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), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks). 

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 hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.