Cytogenetics Compliance Specialist

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 Cytogenetics Compliance Specialist works independently under the guidance of and in conjunction with the Laboratory Leadership in accomplishing the goals of the laboratory. Senior level position requiring strong technical, administrative, and leadership skills. Oversees others in performing the work of the lab.

Take active part in development and maintenance of laboratory quality management systems to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations and requirements governing clinical laboratory operations
• Develop and analyze quality indicators, identify trends, report on the performance of the quality management system, monitor prevention and correction of quality deviations (CAPA).
• Recommend development and oversee implementation of process improvement initiatives based on analysis of aggregate data and trends, and/or by Lab or Organizational Leadership.
• Oversee development and maintenance of effective safety procedures to comply with laboratory safety regulations, ensuring safe working practices and a safe working environment.
• Oversee the documentation system of staff education, training and competency to comply with solid quality management system practices
• Oversee the life cycle for proficiency testing in the lab.

Required:

• BA/BS in related scientific field.
• Typically, at least 8 years' experience in a Cytogenetics/genomics lab OR completion of a formal certified training program in Cytogenetics/genomics and 7 years' work experience
• Certification as CG(ASCP)CM or MB(ASCP)CM or international equivalent with on-going documentation of CE comparable to ASCP programs
• Strong knowledge of CAP guidelines
• Excellent collaboration skills to bring together multiple stakeholders with varying viewpoints and objectives
• Ability and technical expertise to perform Cytogenetics Senior Technologist' duties
• Proven leadership skills
• Advanced Troubleshooting Skills (and ability to coach others through troubleshooting efforts)
• Strong ability to draw appropriate conclusions and effectively communicate findings and recommendations
• Strong background knowledge of all areas of the lab (though may not have advanced technical proficiency in all areas)
• Basic interview and candidate assessment skills
• Working knowledge of common HR policies
• Working knowledge of lab administrative operations
• Working knowledge of relevant broader organizational resources and operations
• Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role

Preferred:

• Master's degree or formal post-bac education in related fields beneficial
• Dual certification as CG(ASCP)CM and MB(ASCP)CM

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 $102,419.20 to $161,865.60 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).