Genomics Scientist: Gene Editing & Multi-Omics

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

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a Scientist (Genomics / Gene Editing & Bioinformatics) to design, execute, and coordinate advanced laboratory and computational research in hematologic disorders and cancer predisposition.

The role spans wet lab techniques and data analysis, emphasizing CRISPR-based editing and multi-omics approaches. The ideal candidate has strong experience in genetics/genomics, bioinformatics, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required.
• Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and execute research projects involving genetics/genomics, including gene editing technologies (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9 and base editing) and downstream analysis
• Perform laboratory experiments and apply appropriate techniques; evaluate methodologies and recommend alternative approaches or tools as needed
• Conduct bioinformatics and computational analyses of genomic datasets, including processing, organization, interpretation, and visualization of data
• Contribute to the development, optimization, and implementation of new laboratory and computational protocols
• Identify and extract relevant experimental data; ensure accuracy, quality, and integrity of datasets and analyses
• Summarize and communicate research findings through reports, presentations, and contributions to manuscripts/publications
• Support laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper functioning of laboratory and computational resources
• Train and mentor staff or junior researchers in laboratory techniques, data analysis methods, and best practices
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental and institutional goals

Skills

Genomics

Gene editing

Bioinformatics

Computational biology

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field

Tools

CRISPR-Cas9

Base editing

Prime editing

Bioinformatics pipelines

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a Scientist (Genomics / Gene Editing & Bioinformatics) to design, execute, and coordinate advanced laboratory and computational research in hematologic disorders and cancer predisposition.

The role spans wet lab techniques and data analysis, emphasizing CRISPR-based editing and multi-omics approaches. The ideal candidate has strong experience in genetics/genomics, bioinformatics, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams, with a