Housing Systems Processing Supervisor I – Comparative Medicine

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center•Seattle, WA

4d•$31 - $45

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.)
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.
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.
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.
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.