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Fred Hutch · 1 hour ago

Research Technician I/II - Cancer Biology

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$23.33/hr - $33.21/hr

2+ years exp

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization focused on cancer and infectious diseases. The Research Technician I/II role involves performing laboratory work to support scientific research, including conducting experiments, analyzing data, and maintaining cell lines and mouse models.

Hospital & Health Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

Culture and maintain a collection of cancer cell lines

Prepare samples and carry out biochemical and PCR-based assays

Maintain patient-derived xenograft mouse models and perform drug efficacy studies in mice

Prepare tissue sections for histology work

Analyze data from assays using various software packages

Work both independently and as part of a team

Qualification

Cancer biology knowledgeLaboratory skillsTissue cultureMolecular biology techniquesData analysis softwareTeam playerAttention to detailCommunicationOrganizational skills

Required

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

2 years of experience working in a lab outside of school coursework

Preferred

Experience working with cancer models is preferred

Experience with tissue culture and standard molecular biological techniques (DNA and RNA extraction), protein isolation and analysis (gel electrophoresis, immunoblotting, etc.), and microbiology techniques preferred

The technician must show initiative, willingness to take up new skills and responsibilities, and be a team player

Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential to success in this position, as are good communication, responsiveness to feedback, and organizational skills

Flexible and willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed to complete time-sensitive experiments