Administrative Coordinator I - Temporary
Overview
Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutch’s pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nation’s first cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Women’s Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here.
At Fred Hutch, we believe that the innovation, collaboration, and rigor that result from diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission of eliminating cancer and related diseases. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an antiracist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, antiracism, and inclusion.
The Administrative Coordinator I (temporary) is responsible for the coordination and implementation of administrative functions for the Office of Sponsored Research (OSR.)
Responsibilities
- Assists the supervisor and staff with the implementation and administration of Center and OSR policies and procedures
- Acts as a liaison with staff and outside individuals/organizations, answering questions and resolving problems with regard to the OSR
- Coordinates the production, printing, and distribution of new and revised Center and department manuals/business processes
- Recommend and implement policies and procedures related to the OSR
- Perform administrative and clerical responsibilities including scheduling meetings, composing memos, reports and minutes; establishing and maintaining department files in database form
- Assist Manager with special projects
- Perform other responsibilities as required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Five years of progressively complex administrative experience
- Strong computer skills including word processing, database programs, and spreadsheets. Experience in budget monitoring
- Supervisory experience may be required
Fred Hutch 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 provide proof of vaccination or initiate the accommodations process before their first day of employment.
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 hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.