Frequently asked questions about applying for open positions at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
- How do I search for job openings?
- What do I do if I'm having trouble viewing the job opportunities/careers page?
- How will I know when new job openings have been posted?
- Why am I asked to register for an account on your careers webpage?
- What if I forgot the User Name and/or Password to my account?
- How do I apply for a job?
- What happens after I've submitted an application?
- Can I apply for a job I saw yesterday but isn't on the job openings page today?
- Who can I talk to about the details of a specific job opening?
Career Interests
Getting Started
How do I search for job openings?
Click here to access our careers page for open positions at both Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. If a position is listed here, it is still open and accepting applications.
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What do I do if I'm having trouble viewing the job opportunities/careers page?
Make sure your browser is set to allow cookies. If it is not:
- enable this option
- exit your browser
- restart your browser
If you still cannot see the job openings/careers page:
- empty your browser cache
- exit your browser
- restart your browser
If you are still having trouble, contact us at HRIS@fhcrc.org or (206) 667-1776.
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How will I know when new job openings have been posted?
We encourage you to sign up for our Twitter feeds (see Job Opportunities page) to be immediately notified when a new job opening has been posted at either Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center or Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. Otherwise, you can visit the job openings/careers page frequently to check for new job openings.
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Why am I asked to register for an account on your careers webpage?
Our website allows you to create an account that will store your resume and contact information, so you will not be required to reenter this information each time you apply for a new job.
Once registered, be sure to fill out the "My Profile" page as completely as possible, as this is how we will contact you regarding your applications, or if you forget your account password or User Name.
Note: Registering for an account is not considered an application for employment.
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What if I forgot the User Name and/or Password to my account?
Click on the Login Help link, enter your User Name (if known) or email address as prompted. Your User Name and/or a new system-generated password will be emailed to the primary email address recorded in your account. Once successfully logged in, you can change your password from the "My Profile" page of your account.
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How do I apply for a job?
First, review the "How to Apply" section of the job posting. Some jobs will have specific instructions of required materials to be included in an application (cover letter, letters of reference, transcripts, etc.), and will request that you email these materials directly to a recruiter or hiring manager.
Online
If you are directed to apply online:
- Make sure you have registered for an account on the careers webpage, and are logged in.
- Click the "Apply Now" button found at the bottom of the job description.
- Follow the onscreen directions.
Tips for applying online
- You can cut and paste both your cover letter and resume when requested or, alternatively, you can merge your cover letter and resume into one document and upload it.
- For "Licenses and Certifications," you may skip this step UNLESS you are applying for a Nursing opening.
- You must press the "Submit" button to complete your application and make it available to our recruiting staff. If you select "Close Application" no information will be saved. If you want to save your application and return to it at a later time, press the "Save" button.
Mail/Fax/In Person
For resume/cover letter submissions outside the online process, you can mail or fax your documents. Be sure to note the job opening number on your cover letter or resume.
Mail:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Human Resources, J1-105
P.O. Box 19024
Seattle, WA 98109-1024Fax:
206-667-4051
In Person:
You are welcome to visit Human Resources at the following location during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Human Resources
823 Yale Ave N
Yale Building / First Floor
Seattle, WA 98109
Maps/Directions
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What happens after I've submitted an application?
Due to the high volume of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to contact every individual who submits an application. All applications received will be considered for the respective position.
Your resume/application will be evaluated based on the skills, education and work experience required for a given job. If you are among the top candidates applying for the job, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview.
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Can I apply for a job I saw yesterday but isn't on the job openings page today?
Applications are accepted only for current open jobs. If you saw the job yesterday, but it's not there today, that means it's no longer open for applications.
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Who can I talk to about the details of a specific job opening?
You are welcome to call our Human Resources department during normal business hours at (206) 667-4700. Please be ready to provide the job opening number.
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Career Interests
Do you have any internship or volunteer opportunities?
At this time we do not have any formal internship or volunteer programs. Should any become available, they will be posted on our careers webpage. See http://www.fhcrc.org/science/education/hs/internship/ for more information.
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Do you have any work study opportunities?
We often have work study opportunities in both administrative and laboratory positions. These positions are always posted on our careers webpage when they are available. You must have been awarded work study funding in order to be eligible for these positions.
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