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 IT Business Partner II (ITBP) is a strategic role that will work closely with IT and Business leaders and employees at all levels in an assigned scientific divisions, to provide support, information, guidance and consultation, and to facilitate the delivery of IT services that support research and administration. The ITBP is the primary liaison between the scientific division(s) and IT and is responsible for understanding the needs and complexities of the scientific divisions in finding appropriate solutions for the research teams and programs. The ideal candidate will be a strong self-starter, thrive in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication skills and have a demonstrated ability to solve systemic technical challenges from desktop support to information security through partnership between technical teams and business stakeholders. 

Responsibilities

As a member of the Research Information Technology and Scientific Computing (RITSC) team, you will work closely with research business leaders and employees at all levels to facilitate IT services, define priorities and solve problems. Partnering with other IT teams – including information security, helpdesk, project management office, scientific computing, business operations and strategic initiatives – you are the strategic point of contact for your assigned division(s). As part of the Scientific Community Relationship Management team, you will work to understand and translate real business needs into realized IT outcomes for your research division. 

 Critical to success is the ability to manage an effective process to achieve results, while balancing needs of multiple customers and stakeholders. The IT Business Partner must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with a dynamic and diverse workforce at all levels. 

• Partner with and be a trusted advisor and IT liaison for the research division(s) 
• Work with stakeholders and partners to co-develop goals, maintain, and update lab/program-wide and team-specific IT strategies along with an organized portfolio and program view of the systems/software/IT requirements for each lab/program/team 
• Deliver proactive change management between IT and the division to effectively communicate needs of division faculty and scientific programs before updates are made to processes, systems, and infrastructure 
• Exercise judgement to prioritize support, balancing fast response vs. normal requests, after hours support for the assigned division(s) along the way educating research users on the best and most efficient way to access IT services 
• Participate in regular meetings with division AVP’s and IT leadership to sync/present on new offerings and discuss barriers/concerns 
• Provide summary project and program status reports of service quality and opportunities for improvement to develop division-specific metrics and trends 
• Subject matter expert for assigned division (someone who knows or has the ability to learn the Principal Investigators and labs, consistent IT outreach and remediation/support) and ability to escalate decisions to division leadership and IT 
• Work with leaders to gather, prioritize, and translate Division IT requirements 
• In conjunction with the Service Desk, IT Business Operations, and research division administration Develop and maintain documentation of all hardware, systems, and software licensing (including tracking of privileges provided to any external individuals or affiliates) 
• Facilitate and collaborate with all IT functions and teams to ensure delivery of a comprehensive set of services that meet division needs, advises IT on related barriers, and impacts within the division
• Actively identify gaps and service inefficiencies, propose, and implement changes necessary to capture opportunity and/or address risks 
• Partners with legal, HR, and Finance for IT issues that arise 
• Represent the division on IT projects and assist with annual IT budget planning 
• Collaborate within RITSC and advocate as a team member for all RITSC initiatives 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience with 5 years of IT and business experience in various technical roles in IT or research support 
• Outstanding interpersonal, oral, listening, and written communication skills 
• Experience in critical thinking and demonstrated problem solving skills 
• Strong collaboration, consulting, multi-tasking, and organization skills 
• Willingness to learn the technical aspects of IT service delivery and project management 
• Broad basic knowledge of IT such as: operations, systems administration and engineering, networking, security best practices, troubleshooting hardware and software challenges 
• Experience in an academic or research environment strongly preferred, with understanding of sponsored research, research software and data needs 
• Familiarity with projects management methods and the project management lifecycle 
• Ability to work independently and balance multiple priorities 
• Ability and willingness to advise and influence without authority 
• Ability to work non-standard hours based on internal customer schedules 
• Enthusiasm to develop expertise in science/research industry best practices specific to division needs 
• Familiarity with clinical support and/or clinical research a plus 

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 annual base salary range for this position is from $94,703 to $149,656, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.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.