Remote Research Assistant Weekend Jobs in Renton, WA

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. 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 position manages a complex portfolio of clinical research studies conducted within the Immunotherapy Integrated Research Center (IIRC).  Assures accuracy of study budgets and contracts and reconciles study expenditures throughout protocol lifecycle ensuring that studies are financially sustainable. 

Reports to the Post award Clinical Trials Fiscal Program Manager for the Immunotherapy Integrated Research Center.  Works closely with IIRC faculty and staff, physicians, and other clinical providers and support staff within and outside of the FHCRC/UW system.  Establishes and maintains professional relationship with study sponsors.

This is a remote position. 

Responsibilities

Responsible for the post award management of IIRC clinical trials, including budget management, reporting and close-out ensuring all IRB regulations are adhered to. Works independently and in cooperation with internal and external stakeholders to direct operations and manage professional relationships with customers (investigators), Center finance, and pharmaceutical sponsors.  Accountable for all financial aspects of cellular immunotherapy trials managed by the IIRC clinical research team, ensuring appropriate management of all trial budgets throughout the lifetime of the study. 

JOB DUTIES: 

• Directs financial management of ongoing clinical trials, including tracking payment schedules, billing, and budget management. Support the post award manager in invoicing sponsors each fiscal quarter providing supplementary documentation as needed
• Review and audit for correctness patient care invoices to ensure compliance with clinical trial research agreements
• Assist in overseeing a large and complex financial portfolio of contracts ensuring financial viability throughout the lifecycle of each study
• Maintain standard operating procedures for trial account auditing and payment reconciliation for close out.
• Work closely with Fred Hutch Finance and Clinical Research Support to support clinical trials accounting policies and procedures
• Responsible for reviewing receipts and submitting travel reimbursement request in compliance with institutional policies and funding guidelines
• Review internal budget and Oncore CTMS financial console / Calendar in alignment with protocol requirements and study sponsor funding terms
• As needed, assists the preaward team in completing registrations, navigating the budget through the FH/UW systems.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in accounting or finance, preferable in a research or not-for-profit environment.
• Working knowledge of financial information and related operational statistics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with clinical trials.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $80,475 to $120,682, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.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).

Additional InformationWe are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. 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 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 Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Employment Type: FULL_TIME