Lead Immuno-Oncology Preclinical Researcher - Mouse Models

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s CEPIO I-O modeling core seeks a Lead Researcher to drive preclinical immuno-oncology studies.

The role involves independently performing murine cancer models, tumor implantation, therapeutic administration, sample collection, and detailed documentation under the head of the CEPIO modeling core. You will develop, optimize, and document SOPs, mentor junior staff, and contribute to reports and publications while coordinating with the lab and animal facility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area.
• 5+ years of research experience required.
• Experience with in vivo preclinical studies and murine cancer models.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform preclinical in vivo studies using established or modified protocols.
• Execute study activities, including animal scheduling, treatments, procedures, and sample collection.
• Perform murine procedures for tumor implantation, therapeutic administration, monitoring, and tissue collection.
• Implement laboratory procedures including cell culture, tissue processing, and molecular assays.
• Document procedures and organize study data; maintain schedules for multiple studies.

Skills

in vivo modeling

immuno-oncology

mouse models

preclinical studies

laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PCR/genotyping

Molecular assays

Job description

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s CEPIO I-O modeling core seeks a Lead Researcher to drive preclinical immuno-oncology studies.

The role involves independently performing murine cancer models, tumor implantation, therapeutic administration, sample collection, and detailed documentation under the head of the CEPIO modeling core. You will develop, optimize, and document SOPs, mentor junior staff, and contribute to reports and publications while coordinating with the lab and animal facility