Associate Scientist or Scientist - Molecular Pathology

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Memphis, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Scientist performs and/or coordinates a wide range of laboratory research procedures and conducts a spectrum of complex support tasks and projects determined by the field and scope of the particular research study. Also, performs a variety of laboratory techniques independently and presents results. The Associate Scientist performs a variety of moderately complex research tasks determined by the field and scope of the particular research project/study. Also, performs tasks related to the research project independently, but within broad guidelines and subject to periodic review by supervisor or other research staff. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is seeking a talented and motivated Associate Scientist or Scientist to join the clinical assay development team in Molecular Pathology. This bench-focused role, ideal for early-career researchers, will contribute to the advancement of innovative assays for future clinical applications. Our current priorities include developing assays that leverage long-read sequencing platforms and emerging methylation detection technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required.
• Scientist Minimum Experience: Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience is required with a Master's degree
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD
• Associate Scientist Minimum Experience: 7 + years of research experience is required
• 5 + years of research experience is required with a Master’s degree
• 2 + years of research experience is required with a PHD

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading and supporting research experiments preferred
• Some experience leading lab and scientific project coordination, maintenance, and other research support activities preferred
• Experience in guiding and training other laboratory personnel preferred
• Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and optimization of novel molecular assays for clinical implementation.
• Conduct pre-validation and validation wet-lab experiments with minimal supervision.
• Ensure high standards of data accuracy and reliability.
• Collaborate with bioinformatics scientists and pathologists to ensure analysis and interpretation of complex genomic data.
• Author and maintain SOPs and validation documentation in compliance with CAP regulations.
• Train laboratory staff on newly developed assays.
• Present research findings at internal and external conferences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees