Bioinformatics Analyst I

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 Bernstein, Furlan, and Hadland labs at Fred Hutch are offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Bioinformatics Analyst to join our team. This role will focus on utilizing single-cell genomics data to drive innovative insights into blood cell development and cancer biology. As part of our interdisciplinary research environment, you will have the chance to collaborate with leading scientists in computational biology and experimental genomics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and optimize single-cell genomics analyses, applying state-of-the-art techniques to explore complex biological data.
• Collaborate with the computational biology team to refine and enhance existing analysis pipelines and workflows.
• Work closely with project leaders to assist in the design and implementation of experiments, integrating computational strategies to address key research questions.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in bioengineering, computer science, bioscience, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python or R for computational analysis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong academic performance with a desire to gain hands-on research experience that supports your academic and professional development.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for conducting rigorous and impactful research.
• Experience in single-cell genomics, bioinformatics, or related areas.
• Familiarity with data analysis pipelines, machine learning methods, or advanced statistical techniques.
• A proactive, collaborative attitude with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced research environment.

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 $67,728 to $99,237, 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 [email protected] or by calling 206-667-4700.