Sr. Research Pathologist - Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Sloan Precision Oncology Institute

Fred Hutch Cancer Center - Seattle, WA | On-Site | Full-Time 

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Research Pathologist to support the pathology (anatomic and molecular) programs within the Sloan Precision Oncology Institute. This role focuses on solid tumor anatomic pathology, molecular diagnostics, and advancing precision oncology research across Fred Hutch. 

Responsibilities 

• Lead and maintain a research pathology core, supporting institute-wide studies 
• Assess tissue specimens and support biobanking with clinical and molecular annotation 
• Interpret immunohistochemistry and molecular pathology assays 
• Provide pathology expertise for precision oncology research projects 
• Contribute to the rapid autopsy program within the Fred Hutch/UW/Seattle Children’s Cancer Consortium 
• Collaborate with investigators across Fred Hutch and pursue independent research interests 

Qualifications 

Required: 

• MD or equivalent 
• Residency in anatomic or laboratory medicine (U.S. or international) 
• 5+ years of experience in anatomic pathology (clinical, academic, or industry) 

Preferred: 

• Oncology-focused pathology expertise 
• Experience with autopsy procedures 
• Proficiency with immunohistochemistry and molecular techniques (PCR, NGS, clinical genomics) 
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills 
• Additional experience in mouse models, human immunology, or clinical genomics is a plus 

This is a great fit for highly motivated physician-scientists who enjoy supporting large-scale research initiatives while also pursuing their own scientific questions. You’ll work in an environment that values precision oncology, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and impactful translational research. 

About Fred Hutch 

Fred Hutch is home to world‑leading scientists and clinicians working to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer. This position is institutionally supported and provides the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to both discovery and translational research in precision oncology. 

About Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

Located in Seattle, WA, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center unites comprehensive care and advanced research to provide the latest cancer treatment options and accelerate discoveries that prevent, treat and defeat cancer and infectious diseases worldwide.Our values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our actions are driven by the commitments expressed in our values: Collaboration, Compassion, Determination, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Respect. Fred Hutch is an independent, nonprofit organization that also serves as the cancer program for UW Medicine. This relationship allows for enhanced care coordination with one of the world’s leading integrated health systems.