Postdoc: Erythropoiesis Gene Regulation Research

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis is seeking a postdoctoral research associate for the Weiss lab to study erythropoiesis and gene regulation using cell culture, mouse models, and human blood cells. You will design experiments, analyze expression data, and publish findings under faculty guidance.

The role offers opportunities to mentor students, develop independent projects, and participate in grant writing and talks at meetings, with competitive compensation and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Passion for science with strong lab skills in molecular biology and tissue culture.
• Collaborative team player with willingness to help others.
• Bioinformatics and animal husbandry skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze gene expression during erythropoiesis through molecular biology and informatics.
• Develop new cellular models for human blood disorders including sickle cell disease.
• Study roles for HIF1 during erythropoiesis with Dr. Ruopeng Feng.
• Independently develop your research project with guidance from Dr. Weiss.
• Mentor students or interns and contribute to grant writing and publications.

Skills

Molecular biology

Tissue culture

Team player

Passion for science

Bioinformatics

Animal husbandry

Education

PhD/MD-PhD

Job description

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis is seeking a postdoctoral research associate for the Weiss lab to study erythropoiesis and gene regulation using cell culture, mouse models, and human blood cells. You will design experiments, analyze expression data, and publish findings under faculty guidance.

The role offers opportunities to mentor students, develop independent projects, and participate in grant writing and talks at meetings, with competitive compensation and relocation support.