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. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. 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. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is responsible for day-to-day coordination of interventional Phase I-III clinical trials.

Responsibilities

The position will perform all tasks relating to the start-up, management and close-out of studies including maintaining study records and tracking patient visits. The coordinator will work on multiple studies for one or more investigators, and report regularly to those investigators on the progress of the studies. The CRC II reports directly to the Clinical Research Coordinator Manager.

The incumbent may perform some or all of the following responsibilities:

• Coordinates study consent forms as necessary and assures consent forms are completed correctly and in entirety 10%
• Confirms the scheduling of study related clinic procedures such as blood draws, infusions, and imaging according to protocol requirements; coordinates with clinic staff to ensure proper documentation and timing of research-related procedures 50%
• Collaborates with study sponsor/consortium delegate to assist with study monitoring visits and responds to findings 10%
• Creates and maintains patient tracking tools; communicates status to investigators, management, and relevant departments 10%
• Liaises with study sponsor, investigator(s), and members of study team to communicate timelines, expectations, and study status 10%
• Acts as a resource to physicians, investigators, other staff members, and other organizations regarding protocol procedures, data collection requirements and other study related operations 10%

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma 
• 2 -3 years’ experience in a clinical research setting 
• Ability to work in teams and independently, flexible hours at times in support of clinical trials and regulatory and related compliance
• Ability to work with faculty and staff, including clinicians, and research scientists
• Attention to detail and project management skills and experience
• Well-organized and ability to juggle numerous tasks, often with conflicting and competing deadlines
• Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Ability to work in teams and independently, flexible hours at times in support of clinical trials and regulatory and related compliance.
• Ability to work with faculty and staff, including clinicians, and research scientists.
• Attention to detail and project management skills and experience.
• Well-organized and ability to juggle numerous tasks, often with conflicting and competing deadlines.
• Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
• Oncology research experience.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $30.30 to $45.43 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 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). 

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. 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 are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and 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.