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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital · 1 week ago

Lead Researcher - Brain Organoid Biology for Pediatric Neurological Disease Research

positionMemphis, TN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$60K/yr - $105K/yr
date5+ years exp

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is dedicated to understanding and treating catastrophic childhood neurological diseases. They are seeking a Lead Researcher to support brain organoid production and research, collaborating with various investigators to tackle scientific questions related to pediatric neurological disease.

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Responsibilities

Develop and perform procedures using established or modified techniques/protocols
Implement new but established protocols without individual training
Troubleshoot experiments and identify anomalies in own data
Consistently monitors current literature and trends within field
Accurately record experimental procedures and data
Prepare and report results/ data leading to posters, presentations, or publications
Provide guidance to less-experienced team members
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution
Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Qualification

Neural cell culturingIPSC-derived brain organoidsResearch project executionR&D methodsScientific communicationRecord keepingInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required
5+ years of research experience is required with a Bachelor's degree
3+ years of experience is required with a Master's degree
No prior experience required with a PHD
Strong knowledge and experience in understanding and application of underlying principles related to the techniques being performed
Experience in R&D methods and processes in a lab setting, and execution of research projects for the laboratory preferred
Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role
Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in scientific communication and record keeping

Preferred

Experience in R&D methods and processes in a lab setting, and execution of research projects for the laboratory preferred

Benefits

Generous paid time-off
Work-life balance
On-campus conveniences

Company

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (316)
2023 (309)
2022 (255)
2021 (251)
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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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