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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital · 2 weeks ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery

positionMemphis, TN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join their translational research team in the Department of Surgery. The role focuses on enhancing the efficacy of immunotherapy through research on splicing factors using advanced genetic and pharmacologic tools.

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Responsibilities

Design and conduct experiments investigating the role of epigenetic regulators in regulating therapy resistance
Utilize molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques including CRISPR, scRNA-seq and spatial transcriptomics, flow cytometry, and 3D tumor modeling
Analyze how epigenetic modulation alters chromatin states and cell state transitions
Evaluate preclinical efficacy of molecular glue drugs in combination with standard therapies
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team including cancer biologists and clinicians
Present findings at national and international meetings and contribute to manuscript preparation and grant proposals

Qualification

Molecular biologyCancer biologyImmunotherapyCRISPRScRNA-seqFlow cytometry3D tumor modelingPublication recordCommunicationCritical thinkingCollaborative mindset

Required

A Ph.D. (or nearing completion) in molecular biology, cancer biology, biochemistry, developmental biology, immunology, or related fields
Strong background in cancer therapy, immunotherapy is highly desirable
Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and a collaborative mindset
A strong publication record demonstrating scientific rigor and productivity

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

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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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