Senior Genomics & Gene Editing Scientist

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 86,320 - 154,960; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis seeks a Scientist (Genomics / Gene Editing & Bioinformatics) to design, perform, and coordinate research spanning wet lab and computational analyses in hematologic disorders and cancer predisposition.

The role integrates multi-omics studies and genome editing with data interpretation. The ideal candidate brings expertise in wet lab biology or computational biology, with collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required.
• Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Six (6) years with a Master’s degree; Three (3) years with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and execute research projects involving genetics/genomics, including gene editing technologies and downstream analysis.
• Perform laboratory experiments and apply appropriate techniques; evaluate methodologies and recommend alternatives.
• Conduct bioinformatics and computational analyses of genomic datasets, including processing, interpretation, and visualization of data.
• Contribute to development, optimization, and implementation of new laboratory and computational protocols.
• Summarize and communicate research findings through reports, presentations, and publications.

Skills

Genomics

Gene editing

Bioinformatics

Data analysis

Computational biology

Wet lab

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRISPR-Cas9

Base editing

Prime editing

Job description

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis seeks a Scientist (Genomics / Gene Editing & Bioinformatics) to design, perform, and coordinate research spanning wet lab and computational analyses in hematologic disorders and cancer predisposition.

The role integrates multi-omics studies and genome editing with data interpretation. The ideal candidate brings expertise in wet lab biology or computational biology, with collaboration across disciplines.