Description

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 Gujral Laboratory in the Human Biology Division at Fred Hutch Laboratory is recruiting a temporary intern to assist with ongoing studies. The Gujral Lab is focused on understanding the details of how cells respond to external stimuli, both stimuli that are physiological and those that contribute to disease. This is a temporary position, ending in September, and works with members of the laboratory of Dr. Taran Gujral in the Division of Human Biology. This position provides a rich environment to learn about cell biology and the drug discovery process. Candidates will also have the opportunity to present their research during lab meetings and scientific conferences and to write, submit, and publish scientific papers.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of mammalian cell culture
• Assisting with oncology drug efficacy studies and drug screening experiments
• Prepare samples and carry out biochemical and PCR-based assays
• Candidates will also have the opportunity to present their research during lab meetings and scientific conferences and to write, submit, and publish scientific papers.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from High School or equivalent with an interest in the sciences.
• Some lab experience and/or college-level biology and chemistry courses preferred

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants must be students in good standing, currently enrolled in an undergraduate program.
• The ideal candidate would be pursuing a degree in Biology or a related field
• The position requires attention to detail, a high level of initiative, and excellent communication skills.
• Flexible and able to work independently without supervision
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and eagerness to learn.
• Works well collaborating with others.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.

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 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.