Program Assistant I - Temporary

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 Greenlee Studies Temporary Part-Time Program Assistant will provide research support for studies related to physical activity and nutrition for cancer patients and survivors. This position is temporary and part-time requiring approximately 10 hours per week through August 2024, with a possibility of extension pending further study funding and project needs. This position can be performed remotely.

Dr. Greenlee’s research program uses both clinical trials and observational studies to examine a broad range of lifestyle interventions (diet, physical activity, weight management) and Integrative therapies for cancer prevention and control, especially in under resourced and vulnerable populations. Our research interventions use a combination of behavioral strategies, including in-person and remote educational classes, electronic health communication, and physical activity trackers. This individual will primarily support a project developing and implementing a “kitchen-to-lab-to-table” research model to improve the intake of fruits and vegetables, improving diet quality, and improving portion control using culturally congruent curricula.

• Work with the Seattle-based (Fred Hutch) and Las Cruces-based (New Mexico State University) study PI’s, faculty, team members, and facilities, to coordinate study activities, including set up of meetings, taking meeting notes, assisting in development of study timelines and organization materials, etc.
• Work in coordination with study team in development of study curricula and documentation, including written materials in English and Spanish, etc.
• Assist with contacting, consenting, and enrolling participants for studies as needed.
• Assist with IRB and regulatory submission and maintenance with oversight by Greenlee Studies Research Study Manager.
• Assist with data collection, entry, tracking, monitoring.

 

Required:

• Fluent in written and spoken Spanish and English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in public health or related field
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Highly organized with superb attention to detail.

Preferred:

• Current graduate student in public health or related field
• Interest in nutrition and culinary sciences
• Experience in health promotion

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.

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The hourly pay range for this position is from $21.15 to $30.11 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).  

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.