Research Writer/Editor/Coordinator

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.

This full-time (payroll title: Technical Editor II) position assists faculty in the Infectious Disease Sciences (IDS) Program in the planning, writing, editing and production of a variety of scientific and technical documentation. Responsible for production and editing of highly specialized technical and scientific materials for publication, including, journals, manuscripts, technical manuals, grant applications, posters, presentations, etc., to ensure that all materials meet established standards of appearance and content. This position reports to the IDS Senior Science Writer.

Role requires a self-motivated individual with an eye for detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Uses discretion within existing guidelines and standards. Always ensures that final review/authorization of materials be made by supervisor and/or responsible faculty/scientific staff.

Responsibilities

• Review professional journals and books to stay abreast of new requirements in research and technical writing fields.
• Coordinate and edit revisions to book chapters, manuscripts, articles, reports, clinical protocols, and teaching materials of a highly technical nature.
• Recommend edits on written materials to improve readability, coherence, accuracy, grammar and conformity to internal and publishing standards of style.
• Copyedit and proofread scientific manuscripts and coordinate journal submission.
• Maintain reference database and filing system of Program resources including, but not limited to: professional CV’s and Biosketches, Other Support Information, Manuscripts, Endnote and other documentation/accolades. Ensure that all information is up to date.
• Produce figures and/or graphics, visual aids, tables, etc. needed to support the text material for publications and grant applications.
• Review, edit and participate in grant writing and grant-related documents. Ensure that documents are in proper format and complete. Assist program faculty and staff to prepare grant and contract project submissions.
• Coordinate documentation preparation with publication deadlines, grant deadlines, collaboration efforts and other projects.
• Provide editorial assistance and guidance to PIs on correspondence, presentations, and other technical documentation.
• Format and convert documents according to established standards.
• Provide other relevant technical and administrative support as needed, particularly regarding scientific meetings and events hosted by the program.
• Responsible for drafting the award letters for the IDS Program to nominate faculty and scientific staff for international and national awards.
• Accommodate and gain concurrence of author on edited materials; make further revisions as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication skills with attention to detail
• Expertise in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Endnote, Reference Manager, and Adobe software
• Ability to handle multiple projects with different deadlines at once
• Strong editing and writing skills
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability for quantitative analysis along with a basic understanding of statistics
• Experience with bibliographic (EndNote, Mendeley, Zotero, etc.) and/or figure generation (GraphPad Prism, Illustrator, BioRender, HTML, etc.) software, as well as familiarity with scientific research methods and publication
• Master of Science (MS) or Doctorate-degree (PhD) in scientific field directly related to department/program
• Knowledge of medical terminology, and experience with grant preparation and drafting of medical protocols; understanding of clinical regulatory documentation and processes
• Certification in Technical Writing

As a Condition Of Employment, Newly Hired Employees Must, Prior To Their First Day Of Employment

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations.

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 hourly pay range for this position is from $29.42 to $44.11 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). 

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 our Employee Services Center at [email protected] or by calling 206-667-4700.