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 Prevention Center at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center provides staffing and implementation support to investigators across the Fred Hutch, University of Washington, and Seattle Children’s Cancer Consortium. We work with a variety of dynamic, mission-oriented research teams, with wide-ranging study questions. Studies can be focused on nutrition, exercise, and quality-of-life interventions for those living with cancer, other chronic diseases, as well as the community. 

The Prevention Center is seeking a part-time Nutrition Lab Technician to work in the Human Nutrition Lab (8 hours per week) in support of controlled feeding and other nutrition studies. The position is 100% onsite at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center based in South Lake Union, Seattle. 

This position involves food preparation, weighing, meal assembly and offsite delivery, and kitchen maintenance support for studies in the Human Nutrition Lab. The part-time Nutrition Lab Technician I works with other Dietetic Technicians and the lab manager for controlled food production and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and measuring of study food according to standardized recipes and individualized study protocols.
• Assist with organizing, labeling and distribution of study foods to study participants.
• Review study menus, participant files and study documents for accuracy as part of quality assurance measures.
• Assist in preparation and inventory of baked goods and other specialty food items for the Prevention Center study participants.
• Follow all prescribed procedures and best practices for sanitation and safety.
• Assist with cleaning and organizing in the lab kitchen and dining area.
• Assist with supply inventory and food procurement as needed.
• Utilize computer software such as Microsoft Office suite to assist nutrition lab in the documentation of study menus and feeding study protocols.
• Data entry and QA using specialized nutrition software (ProNutra).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from High School or equivalent with interest in the sciences. 
• Demonstrated ability to form respectful, productive working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid Food Worker card or willingness to obtain within one month of hire (cost covered by employer).
• Attention to accuracy and basic math skills.
• Team-oriented
• Flexible and adaptable
• Solutions-oriented and a creative problem solver

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of one year as Laboratory Aide or similar experience.
• Minimum 6 months experience in food service.

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 $20.00 to $26.73, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 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).

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.