Postdoctoral Research Associate - Developmental Neurobiology
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Summary
The Mack Laboratory at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join a multidisciplinary team focused on understanding and treating pediatric brain tumors. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the cutting edge of tumor modeling, computational biology, advanced imaging technologies, and therapeutic development.
Job description
Our research program integrates innovative experimental and computational approaches to uncover the molecular mechanisms that drive aggressive pediatric brain cancers and translate these discoveries into novel therapeutic strategies. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with leading scientists, clinicians, and data scientists in a highly interactive and supportive research environment.
Research Areas
The postdoctoral fellow will contribute to projects involving:
- Development and application of sophisticated tumor models
- Functional genomics and gene regulatory biology
- Computational and systems biology approaches
- Advanced imaging and spatial analysis technologies
- Cancer biophysics
- Discovery and evaluation of novel therapeutic strategies
- Integration of multi-omic and translational datasets
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates with a PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree and demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Cellular biology
- Molecular biology
- Cancer biology
- Functional genomics
- In vivo modeling
- Advanced microscopic imaging
- Neurobiology or developmental biology
Experience with animal models, genome engineering, advanced molecular techniques, or computational analysis is highly desirable. Successful candidates should possess strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for innovative translational cancer research.
Requirements
- PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree
- Demonstrated expertise in cellular biology, molecular biology, cancer biology, functional genomics, in vivo modeling, advanced microscopic imaging, neurobiology, or developmental biology
- Experience with animal models, genome engineering, advanced molecular techniques, or computational analysis is highly desirable
- Strong communication skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Passion for innovative translational cancer research
Company overview
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a world-renowned pediatric research and treatment institution headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to advancing cures for childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Founded in 1962 by entertainer Danny Thomas, it stands as the first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted exclusively to children. The hospital operates on a unique funding model where families never receive bills for treatment, travel, housing, or food, with costs exceeding $2 billion annually primarily supported by donations through its fundraising organization ALSAC. St. Jude treats approximately 8,600 patients each year from all 50 states and around the world, with a focus on acute lymphoblastic leukemia, brain tumors, sickle cell disease, and infectious diseases. The institution employs over 7,000 staff members and maintains eight affiliate clinics across the United States. Through its St. Jude Global initiative, the hospital shares research and treatment protocols internationally, partnering with more than 350 institutions in over 90 countries. St. Jude has been instrumental in increasing childhood cancer survival rates from 20% in 1962 to over 80% today, while maintaining a robust research program that includes gene therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and precision medicine approaches.