Overview:

This position is in a service laboratory within the Specimen Processing Lab a Shared Resources. The laboratory provides services to researchers at FHCRC and other institutions. Candidates should be familiar with the use of molecular biology techniques such as DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, and DNA typing. Tissue culture work is preferred. Responsibilities will also include the performance of quality control procedures for DNA and RNA. Maintenance laboratory database, and participation in the prioritization of laboratory activities. The position may involve work on some weekends and/or evenings.

Responsibilities:

Works independently under the guidance of and in conjunction with the Principal Investigator in accomplishing the goals of the laboratory.

JOB DUTIES:

• At lease one year experience in a biotechnology type lab is required.
• Tissue culture experience.
• At least 3-6 months of tissue culture experience is required.
• Experience with standard molecular biology techniques, and DNA quantification and purification is required.
• Motivation and willingness to work with blood samples and extract RNA and DNA .
• Organizational skills and the ability to take detailed and accurate laboratory notes are essential.
• Ability to multi-task with precise attention to detail is especially critical.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a highly-dynamic environment where priorities can shift without advance warning.
• Experience with clinical sample processing is required.
• Experience using computer application software, including MS Excel and PowerPoint is required.
• The ability and desire to work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Flexibility regarding the work schedule.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Extensive experience in a laboratory is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.

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).

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