Associate Scientist, Influenza Virology & Lab Operations

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital seeks a driven Associate Scientist or Scientist to lead the Kosinski Laboratory's wet-lab program, building the operation from the ground up and guiding virology and cell culture efforts.

The role emphasizes independent research, laboratory leadership, and collaboration across core facilities, with a focus on influenza biology and advanced cellular models.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cell biology, virology, biochemistry or related field.
• PhD strongly preferred; extensive relevant lab leadership experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cell culture and influenza virology operations; maintain cell lines.
• Develop recombinant influenza viruses and manage BSL-2 lab activities.
• Establish laboratory infrastructure, SOPs, and training records.
• Present findings at seminars and contribute to manuscripts.

Skills

Cell culture

Influenza virology

BSL-2 operations

Molecular biology

Fluorescence microscopy

Data analysis

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

PhD preferred

Tools

ELN/LIMS

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital seeks a driven Associate Scientist or Scientist to lead the Kosinski Laboratory's wet-lab program, building the operation from the ground up and guiding virology and cell culture efforts.

The role emphasizes independent research, laboratory leadership, and collaboration across core facilities, with a focus on influenza biology and advanced cellular models.