Senior Scientist in Chemical Biology and Therapeutics

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 104,000 - 186,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement programs

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading children's research facility in Memphis seeks a Senior Scientist to oversee its automated light-directed DNA synthesis platform, essential for biomedical research and drug discovery. This role involves designing experiments and leading collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in related scientific fields, including areas like optics and microfluidics. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant work experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• 8 years with a master’s degree.
• 5 years with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the automated light‑directed DNA synthesis platform and oversee its operation and maintenance.
• Design and execute experiments involving oligonucleotide synthesis, microarray production, and related assays.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate platform capabilities into therapeutic discovery.

Skills

Optics/photolithography

Microfluidics

Microarray technology

Microfabrication

Inkjet technology

Surface/materials science

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Chemical Biology and Therapeutics invites a Senior Scientist to lead the automated light‑directed DNA synthesis platform used in biomedical research and drug discovery. The role includes leading platform development, performing oligonucleotide synthesis, and applying the platform to support anticancer and other therapeutics programs.

Additional projects may involve high‑throughput screening and printing microarray technology using legacy instruments such as Quanterix Microarrayers and light‑direct synthesizers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the automated light‑directed DNA synthesis platform and oversee its operation and maintenance.

• Design and execute experiments involving oligonucleotide synthesis, microarray production, and related assays.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate platform capabilities into therapeutic discovery.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area.

Minimum Experience:

• 10 years of relevant work experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• 8 years with a master’s degree.
• 5 years with a PhD.

Competencies

Strong background in chemical, biomedical, or electrical engineering with experience in optics/photolithography, microfluidics, microarray technology, microfabrication, inkjet technology, or surface/materials science.

Benefits

St. Jude offers high‑quality benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and wellness programs.

Compensation

Estimated salary range: $104,000 - $186,160 per year, based on individual qualifications and experience.

St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers non‑discrimination policies.