Faculty Position, Center for Pediatric Neurological Disease Research (CPNDR) jobs in United States
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital · 2 weeks ago

Faculty Position, Center for Pediatric Neurological Disease Research (CPNDR)

positionMemphis, TN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
date3+ years exp

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is dedicated to understanding and treating catastrophic childhood neurological diseases through its Center for Pediatric Neurological Disease Research (CPNDR). They are seeking exceptional and creative scientists for faculty positions to lead innovative laboratory-based research programs focused on pediatric neurological disease using cutting-edge approaches.

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Responsibilities

Lead an innovative laboratory-based research program using cutting-edge approaches in molecular, genetic, biochemical, biophysical, cellular anatomical, and behavioral approaches to elucidate mechanisms and/or therapeutic strategies relevant to understanding and treating pediatric neurological disease
Utilize state of the art molecular neurobiology or neurogenetics, including 'omics' approaches, imaging, or disease modeling using animal models or brain organoids focused on elucidating the pathogenesis of pediatric neurological disease
Collaborate with world-class basic science and clinical investigators
Access state-of-the-art institutional shared resources managed by PhD level scientists to support broad research endeavors

Qualification

Molecular neurobiologyNeurogeneticsAnimal modelsCRISPR-based genome editingIPSC disease modellingLive cell imagingResearch productivityCollaboration

Required

Successful applicants will hold a PhD and/or MD degree
have at least three years of relevant postgraduate experience
a demonstrated track record of outstanding productivity with high scientific impact

Preferred

Early career investigators interested in contributing to a culture of excellence at St. Jude are particularly encouraged to apply
mid-career or later investigators with a strong record of independent research and funding

Benefits

Generous startup funds
Equipment
Laboratory space
Personnel
Institutional support beyond the start-up phase

Company

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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dateFounded in 1962
location
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://stjude.org

H1B Sponsorship

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (316)
2023 (309)
2022 (255)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$62.4M
Key Investors
Kia MotorsKBR Charity Golf TournamentHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-05-12Grant· $1.5M
2024-10-28Grant
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M

Leadership Team

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Judy A. Habib
Chair, Board of Directors
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