Senior Scientist- Stewart lab

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

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN seeks a Senior Scientist to lead translational preclinical studies for pediatric solid tumors.

You will oversee a team using xenograft models to test therapies for clinical trials, aligning with PI direction and departmental goals. You will develop SOPs, manage data quality, and coordinate preclinical imaging and drug treatment oversight, contributing to a bench-to-bedside environment where scientific discoveries translate into cures for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area required.
• Ten years of relevant work experience required.
• Eight years of relevant work experience required with a Master's degree.
• Five years of relevant work experience required with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments/projects independently under the PI/s direction.
• Develops new research protocols, techniques, and procedures.
• Identifies experimental data pertinent to the analysis problem and summarizes results.
• May publish as co-author and/or draft sections of research manuscripts.
• Provides lab operation support and recommends equipment use and maintenance.
• Regularly trains and oversees the work of others in laboratory techniques.
• Performs other related duties to meet goals.

Skills

Preclinical testing

Organizational skills

Lab oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

The Stewart lab in the Oncology Department at St. Jude has a great opportunity for a Senior Scientist to work on translational preclinical studies using novel therapeutics for pediatric solid tumors. In this role, you will assist the principal investigator in providing oversight for a superb team of technicians using xenograft models of pediatric cancer to test and prioritize therapies for use in clinical trials in pediatric cancer.

We are looking for someone who has a strong background in preclinical testing as well as excellent organizational skills. In addition, you will assist with oversight of drug treatment and preclinical imaging studies as directed, develop standard operating procedures, and maintain records to comply with regulatory requirements and departmental goals.

At St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, we know what can be achieved when the brightest scientific minds face the fewest barriers. That’s why we provide world-class facilities. State-of-the-art technologies. Extraordinary support. And a collaborative, bench-to-bedside environment where you can see, firsthand, how your science translates into survival for the children we serve. Quite simply, at St. Jude, we encourage you to dream big, and we give you everything you need to be the force behind our cures.

Job Responsibilities:

Conducts experiments/projects independently under the overall direction of the PI and/or more senior scientist

Develops new research protocols, techniques, and procedures.

Identifies experimental data pertinent to the analysis problem. Processes, organizes, and summarizes data, reporting these experimental results. Monitors the quality and integrity of recorded information and data. Ensures data collection and entry methods meet quality standards. Interprets data as it relates to research problem.

May publish as co-author and/or draft sections of research manuscripts as necessary. Presents research to colleagues within the organization or at external meetings/events.

Provides lab operation support and makes recommendations regarding equipment use and maintenance, supplies, etc. Troubleshoots instrument and equipment issues. Provides input into lab operation processes and procedures. Recommends equipment acquisition and decommissioning.

Regularly trains and oversees the work of others in laboratory techniques and procedures.

Performs other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals of the department and institution.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required

Ten (10) years relevant work experience is required

Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required with a Master's degree

Five (5) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $104,000 - $186,160 per year for the role of Senior Scientist- Stewart lab.

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