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 Office of HIV/AIDS Network Coordination (HANC) works with the HIV/AIDS Clinical Trials Networks of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) with the intent of creating a more integrated, collaborative and flexible research structure. The networks are an affiliated group of national and international medical research institutions and investigators that conduct clinical HIV/AIDS research to develop safe and effective drugs, prevention strategies, and vaccines. HANC is located within Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center’s Vaccine and Infectious Diseases Division (VIDD). This position is based in Seattle, Washington.

The primary responsibility of the HANC Project Coordinator I position is to provide administrative support to the HANC Director and other HANC staff as assigned by HANC Director. The Project Coordinator I will assist in the coordination of HANC activities across the NIH-funded HIV clinical trials networks and related efforts to support the HANC mission. The HANC Project Coordinator I is expected to use initiative in carrying out responsibilities as defined by the HANC Director.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage meeting scheduling on behalf of the HANC Director and Deputy Director.
• Coordinate and manage logistics related to HANC Leadership special projects, including the following:
  • Efforts to enhance the science and operations of the HIV/AIDS Clinical Trials Networks.
  • Assisting with Evidence2Practice efforts engaging HBCU/MSI students around HIV prevention.
  • Tuberculosis vaccine community engagement efforts.
  • Other special projects as assigned.
• Complete working group call minutes and follow-up on action items, ensuring all tasks are completed according to project timelines.
• Coordinate and manage logistics related to HANC staff travel, including meetings and conferences.
• Manage the HANC public website, social media accounts, marketing materials, and other information technology-related tasks.
• Share tasks, provide coverage, and support HANC colleagues as needed.
• Up to 10% travel may be required
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of one year post-master's or three years post-bachelor's project coordination experience in a research setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High level knowledge of Microsoft applications, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook 

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.