Entry-Level Researcher: Breast Cancer & Organoids

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis is seeking an entry-level researcher to support preclinical studies, mammary organoid experiments, tissue processing, and molecular assays.

The role provides hands-on training and collaboration within the laboratory, ideal for a recent graduate pursuing biomedical research. The position emphasizes growth through active lab participation, manuscript preparation, and opportunities to contribute to published work under senior guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required.
• No experience required.
• Preferred: experience with preclinical models, organoid systems, tissue processing, microscopy, flow cytometry, or related molecular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with experiments involving genetically engineered murine models of mammary gland biology and breast cancer.
• Support cohort monitoring, breeding records, and genotyping and colony management.
• Administer experimental treatments and assist with tumor monitoring, tissue collection, and necropsies.

Skills

Genetic model handling

Mammalian cell culture

Organoid culture

Microscopy

Flow cytometry

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area

Tools

Fiji/ImageJ

FlowJo

GraphPad Prism

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Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis is seeking an entry-level researcher to support preclinical studies, mammary organoid experiments, tissue processing, and molecular assays.

The role provides hands-on training and collaboration within the laboratory, ideal for a recent graduate pursuing biomedical research. The position emphasizes growth through active lab participation, manuscript preparation, and opportunities to contribute to published work under senior guidance.