Intern – Research

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 Intern, Research - Temporary Part Time will provide additional support to the faculty and clinical trial team in the Cord Blood Transplant Program.

For additional information please see: https://www.fredhutch.org/en/research/divisions/translational-science-and-therapeutics-division/cord-blood-transplant-program/internship-program.html

This role will have the opportunity to work onsite at our South Lake Union campus.

Candidates must include a cover letter as part of their application to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Work in a laboratory space and interact with laboratory personnel following established lab safety protocols.
• Collaborate with members of the research team and their work on various projects.
• Contributes to other projects as agreed upon by both the intern and CBT research team.
• Assist with Data entry and analysis using basic computer skills and programs such as Excel and RedCap.
• Shadow and explore career paths of interest within the CBT.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Entering senior year of school.
• 18 years or older.
• Interest in clinical, laboratory, or public health research with no specific requirements.
• Evidenced interest in health care and/or research.
• Highly Motivated with evidence of leadership role.
• Prior internship and/or some experience in a lab environment.
• Collaborative focus, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
• Technical skills necessary to complete learning opportunities via remote environment if necessary.
• Able to be onsite at the Fred Hutch South Lake Union Campus.

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and eagerness to learn.
• Works well collaborating with others.

• Ability to balance multiple priorities.

Candidates must include a cover letter as part of their application to be considered.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $20.76 to $30.13 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This role will have the opportunity to work onsite at our South Lake Union campus.

This position is not eligible for H1-B 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 [email protected] or by calling 206-667-4700.