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 Project Coordinator II coordinates research and administrative activities in support of a project or study, developing policies, procedures, research instruments and administrative materials, carrying-out complex research assignments and assisting in study implementation.

The incumbent reports to the Program Administrator or Principal Investigator and works independently in performing daily responsibilities, refering project/study issues on as necessary. Special skills and knowledge are applied in coordinating research and administrative activities, developing research and administrative materials, and in carrying-out complex research assignments. May supervise project/study staff.

Responsibilities

Perform some or all of the following responsibilities:

• Coordinate research and administrative activities, ensuring all projects are completed according to project/study timelines.
• Develop and administer policies and procedures according to protocol, IRB, grant/contract and Center specifications.
• Develop research materials which may include questionnaires, data collection instruments, and educational materials. Develop, review, edit, and revise administrative materials.
• Carry-out complex research assignments in support of project/study, requiring advanced related education and/or experience.
• Serve as project/study liaison, representing the project/study to other Center departments, funding sources, affiliated individuals or institutions, and outside organizations.
• Attend committee meetings, monitor activities to ensure objectives have been met within designated time frame, and coordinate follow-up activities.
• Coordinate grant/contract application and renewal process, writing portions of grants/contracts as required.
• Track study progress and and prepare reports.
• Assist in the analysis of project/study data.
• Supervise staff including hiring, training, evaluating performance, handling disciplinary action, layoff and termination issues.
• Coordinate the submission of study results, articles, and manuscripts for publication, writing portions of articles/manuscripts as required.
• Manage project/study database(s) and work with programmers in developing and upgrading database to ensure maximum effectiveness.
• Monitor project/study budget, ensuring that all financial allocations and expenditures are in accordance with grant/contract guidelines and regulations.
• Produce special and recurring reports.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in related field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of three years post-master's or five years post-bachelor's project coordination experience in a research setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with community-based research.
• Experience working with AI/AN (American Indian/Alaska Native) communities.
• MA/MS degree or progression to advanced degree.
• Demonstrated experience administering cognitive assessments to study participants and scoring of assessments.

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 $69,472 to $104,187, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This role will have the opportunity to work partially at our campus and remotely.

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus and 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.