Housing Systems Processing Supervisor I - Comparative Medicine

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. 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.

The Housing System Processing Supervisor I is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operation of the cage wash unit within Comparative Medicine. This is an introductory supervisor position within the department of Comparative Medicine overseeing a small team of personnel doing similar work.

Essential Role Classification:

The Equipment Preparer is classified as essential personnel and, as such, is required to work with a minimal number of absences and during all Center closures except in the event of a major disaster when access to animal housing and use facilities is prohibited by governmental emergency personnel.

Management/ Leadership:

Support the Assistant Director of Comparative Medicine (CM) in staff supervision ensuring efficient workflow, task completion, adherence to procedures, policies and team goals.
• Be familiar with basic Human Resources principles and establish a working relationship with HR business partners.
• Additional duties may include performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, hiring and layoff or termination decisions as appropriate.

Business Expertise and Operations:

• Assist the Assistant CM Director in projecting future needs for equipment prep staff, space, and equipment including adjusting workflow and priorities to improve quality and efficiency.
• Manage external equipment services teams including scheduling, training, supplies, and oversite while onsite.
• Manage inventory of feed, bedding, caging equipment and other wash supplies to ensure adequate stock and anticipation of potential interruptions in supply (weather, shipping, etc.)

Functional Research Knowledge:

• Has a comprehensive understanding of the range of processes, procedures and systems used to accomplish the Equipment Preparer team's work.
• Understands how the team relates to and impacts other related teams within core or between cores and other FH entities.
• Uses prescribed solutions, standard practices and historical precedence to problem solve including day to day technical and operational issues.

Equipment Oversight:

• Manage instrument(s) day-to-day operations including coordinating maintenance, record keeping and quality control
• Be an expert on the equipment in the wash areas understanding maintenance, parts, alert management, and lifespans.

Training and Education:

• Teach, document, develop, and expand the technical expertise and training materials for the equipment preparers.
• Mentor developing personnel within this shared resource as possible.
• Present information relevant to the shared resource both internally and externally to team.

People/Interpersonal Skills:

• Coach and encourage the team to meet daily deadlines and longer-term goals.
• Work within the team to accept and resolve challenges, monitor resources and output.
• Model the following items such as successful research practices, Fred Hutch's commitment to workplace respect, and research integrity and uphold a culture of support.

Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• GED/ High School Diploma and 0.5 year of relevant experience
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant lab animal science, production, washroom, or lead experience
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment including scrubs, gloves, shoe covers, gowns, ear plugs / muffs, face mask, and eye protection.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• AALAS certification at the ALAT level or higher or CMAR
• Have sufficient verbal and written English communication skills to be able to follow written and verbal instructions and assimilate training presented in English.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs on a regular basis and sustained physical activities such as bending, balancing, stooping, reaching, and remain standing for long periods of time.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $31.26 to $44.51 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship at this time.

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), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).