Postdoctoral Scientist: Mammary Biology & Breast Cancer Genomics

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); Ibrido; USD 52.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating mammary gland biology and breast cancer susceptibility.

The lab combines mouse models, organoids, human biospecimens, and single-cell genomics. Responsibilities include performing molecular and cellular assays, mentoring students, and publishing findings; candidates should have a strong publication record and the ability to

Competenze

• PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in cancer biology or related field.
• Strong record of scientific productivity and independent research ability.

Mansioni

• Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret independent research projects.
• Use genetically engineered mouse models, organoid systems, and mammalian cell culture.
• Perform molecular, cellular, imaging, and functional assays relevant to mammary gland and cancer biology.
• Collaborate with computational scientists to analyze single-cell RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, spatial, and other genomic datasets.
• Mentor graduate students, research staff, and junior lab members.
• Present findings at meetings and conferences; prepare manuscripts and proposals.
• Maintain rigorous and reproducible experimental records.

Conoscenze

Independent research

Quantitative skills

Scientific communication

Formazione

PhD in cancer biology

Strumenti

Mouse models

Organoid culture

Microscopy

Flow cytometry

Single-cell genomics

Epigenomics

Computational analysis

Descrizione del lavoro

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating mammary gland biology and breast cancer susceptibility.

The lab combines mouse models, organoids, human biospecimens, and single-cell genomics. Responsibilities include performing molecular and cellular assays, mentoring students, and publishing findings; candidates should have a strong publication record and the ability to