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 part-time Study Aide will be part of a dynamic research lab working to test the effectiveness of lifestyle, behavioral, and nutritional education interventions on various clinical and quality of life outcomes in cancer survivors.

The Study Aide will support a health-focused research study by assisting with the day-to-day logistics of implementing a virtual intervention for participants in several studies. This position offers hands-on experience in research processes and supports the research and clinical programs of Dr. Heather Greenlee.

Responsibilities

• Prepare participant material boxes and data collection boxes for mailing, ensuring accurate contents and labels, timely mailing, etc..
• Perform reminder communications for participants, assist with consenting as needed
• Track and document issues and resolutions to streamline the setup process for future interns and studies.
• Regularly verify that data is connected and captured correctly.
• Track, flag, and resolve data discrepancies with the research team.
• Properly handle, transfer/courier, and track biological specimens (e.g., dried blood spot).
• Verify and record storage location in the proper format using standard platforms.
• Prepare and build forms, reports, and other data management tools in REDCap.
• Additional tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience writing scientific reports and tables in Word.
• Ability to use build and manage Excel databases, including PivotTables.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to travel to and work on site at the Fred Hutch South Lake Union campus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to troubleshoot tech issues
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of REDCap

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 13 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.