What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Research - Temporary Part Time position at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center?
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.
The purpose of this internship is to provide training to students who would like to pursue a career in research. The Intern, Research - Temporary Part-Time will gain hands-on experience in basic skills.
Intern is expected to work 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities
The intern will be trained in a range of skills and techniques, depending on the project assigned. Under the guidance of a mentor, the intern will learn statistical fundamentals and some of the following skill sets:
- Data analysis
- Data interpretation
- Statistical theory
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently a high school graduate or equivelent.
- Good communication skills and an interest in learning.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Good numeracy, literacy and organizational skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the Life Sciences, Engineering/Data Sciences, Business Analytics, Statistics, Public Health, or like disciplines.
- Interest in statistics.
- Interest in biostatistics.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $20.76 to $29.54 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
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 11 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 hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Salary : $21 - $30
