"Lab Aide"

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 Srivatsan Lab (Basic Sciences Division, Fred Hutch) is a computational biology lab focused on developing computational tools and methods for analysis of high throughput single-cell genomics data. We work in extensive collaborative partnerships with bench scientists to tackle questions related to cellular differentiation, lineage decisions, regulatory mechanisms, somatic variation, and the organization of tissues.

We are seeking a part-time Lab Aide to perform investigative laboratory work in support of scientific research by performing bench-level or computational experiments. The time commitment will range from 2 to 6 hours per day with minimum of 20 hours per week.

Further information on the lab's research projects can be found at: https://www.srivatsan-lab.com

The Srivatsan Lab provides a supportive environment that strongly emphasizes individualized mentoring. We will collaborate with you to identify and develop a plan to achieve your professional development goals. In addition, Fred Hutch and the Basic Sciences Division offer numerous career development opportunities, benefits, and competitive salaries.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet-lab or dry-lab experiments to support investigative work.
• Maintain laboratory records and compile data on experiments.
• Interpret and report on experimental results.
• Order and maintain appropriate levels of supplies.
• Attend lab meetings.
• Present scientific findings at lab meeting.
• General lab/cluster cleaning and organization.
• Assisting lab members with experiments.
• Perform other duties as required.

Other Expectations

• Work collaboratively within the Srivatsan Lab and with Hutch and external collaborators.
• Show respect to all members of the lab and the broader Hutch community.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent; OR,
• High school senior with lab-based experience or demonstrated interest in the sciences

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous or current experience is preferred.
• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Basic computer skills and comfort with learning new software systems.
• Established experience in the following areas: Molecular Biology
• Ability to learn new tools and content quickly and independently.
• Strong communication skills.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $21.30 to $30.13 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 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), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks). Paid time off is prorated for part-time positions.