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Overview:
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 Etzioni Lab at Fred Hutch develops statistical and computational tools to support evidence generation for decision making in cancer prevention, screening, and treatment. We analyze data from clinical trials, population studies, and observational cohorts to learn about the factors that drive patient outcomes and how to intervene to reduce the burden of cancer in sustainable and equitable ways. We are seeking applications for a new research associate position in cancer modeling, biostatistics and health economics. The candidate will work with Dr. Etzioni, as well as other Fred Hutch faculty, on multiple NIH funded projects. These projects will include: (1) statistical and simulation modeling to project benefits and harms of population cancer screening using novel early detection technologies; (2) modeling to project the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of new prognostic markers and imaging tests for treatment targeting; and (3) models to identify population subsets most likely to benefit from novel diagnostic tests.
The position requires a highly motivated individual with a goal-oriented and self-motivated work attitude. An understanding of how to do research including literature review and synthesis, ability to craft a research paper, and ability to develop appropriate presentation materials and visualizations, will be critical for success in this position. We offer a supportive environment where continuous learning is encouraged and opportunities for growth are constantly sought. Responsibilities:
Additional preferred qualifications
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 Etzioni Lab at Fred Hutch develops statistical and computational tools to support evidence generation for decision making in cancer prevention, screening, and treatment. We analyze data from clinical trials, population studies, and observational cohorts to learn about the factors that drive patient outcomes and how to intervene to reduce the burden of cancer in sustainable and equitable ways. We are seeking applications for a new research associate position in cancer modeling, biostatistics and health economics. The candidate will work with Dr. Etzioni, as well as other Fred Hutch faculty, on multiple NIH funded projects. These projects will include: (1) statistical and simulation modeling to project benefits and harms of population cancer screening using novel early detection technologies; (2) modeling to project the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of new prognostic markers and imaging tests for treatment targeting; and (3) models to identify population subsets most likely to benefit from novel diagnostic tests.
The position requires a highly motivated individual with a goal-oriented and self-motivated work attitude. An understanding of how to do research including literature review and synthesis, ability to craft a research paper, and ability to develop appropriate presentation materials and visualizations, will be critical for success in this position. We offer a supportive environment where continuous learning is encouraged and opportunities for growth are constantly sought.
- Identify and source new administrative, clinical, and population databases to support projects
- Process raw datasets to produce well-annotated analytic files
- Implement computational, predictive, and simulation models as needed
- Version control all work using git and GitHub and maintain meticulous documentation
- Present work at conferences and co-author manuscripts
- Develop online interfaces to facilitate access to models and results
- A Ph.D. degree in biostatistics or statistics, health economics, decision sciences, or other relevant disciplines is required
- Minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral research experience
- At least 3 years experience with statistical programming/analysis software such as R (strongly preferred)
- Expertise in key biostatistical methods particularly in survival analysis
- Strong organizational skills, meticulous documentation practices, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
Additional preferred qualifications
- Ability to effectively work both with a team and independently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to accurately abstract and summarize information from published studies
- Knowledge of how to write a research paper; publication experience highly preferred
- Ability to present research methods and results clearly; presentation experience a plus
- Willingness to take on new challenges and develop new methodologic and computational skills as needed
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must, prior to their first day of employment:
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).
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 $65,484 to $95,000 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
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).
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