Alliance Lab Technical Specialist

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. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. 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. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Alliance Lab Technical Specialist works closely with lab leadership to ensure complex troubleshooting and initiatives are completed in a timely manner with appropriate regulatory compliance. The role may provide training on new equipment/systems, will participate in complex projects, and support laboratory operations.

This role is primarily based on-site at the South Lake Union Campus (825 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109). Occasional travel as needed and in support of ongoing projects to our community sites is required.

Evergreen (12040 NE 128th St, Kirkland, WA 98034)
• Overlake (1135 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004)
• Peninsula (19917 Seventh Ave. NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370)

• Primary resource supporting installations and validations of equipment and software systems for all Alliance Lab locations (South Lake Union and Community Sites).
• Develop procedures and training checklists associated with new systems.
• Resource for complicated technical issues requiring coordination between lab staff, technical lead, and vendors.
• Assists in the management of projects meeting timelines and deliverables of the project.
• Assists in the evaluation of possible instruments or test methods.

Required:

• Associate in science or bachelor of science
• 4 years of experience (2 years with bachelor's degree) operating, managing, or developing laboratory test systems and methods intended for human testing including clinical lab experience, lab field service experience, research on human samples lab experience, etc.
• Ability to interpret applicable laboratory regulations
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Moderate ability to utilize Excel for data recording and report assessment
• Ability to develop and/or present content to senior leaders
• Demonstrated experience with change management and complex problem solving
• Advanced knowledge of lab test systems used for human sample testing
• Experience troubleshooting, managing, and resolving lab test system issues
• Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role

Preferred:

• Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist or an equivalent certification with certified maintenance of continuing education through ASCP, AMT or AAB
• Associate in science in Medical Lab Technician or bachelor of science in Medical Technology/Medical Lab Scientist
• Certified CAP Inspector Team Member

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $41.82 to $62.72 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), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. 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 are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and 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.