Associate Scientist

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

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of moderately complex research tasks determined by the field and scope of the particular research project/study. Performs tasks related to the research project independently, but within broad guidelines and subject to periodic review by supervisor or other research staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area
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

Independently perform experiments using existing, modified, or newly developed techniques/ protocols.
Set up protocols using new or modified laboratory techniques and troubleshoot experiments independently.
Identify experimental data pertinent to the analysis problem; process, organize, and summarize data; report results.
Assist in the drafting and editing of manuscripts, posters, SOPs, and policies.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the field and related techniques.
Provide ongoing support for monitoring, maintenance, ordering, and purchasing of equipment and supplies as needed.
Perform calibration of instruments and equipment as necessary.
Provide guidance and training to less-experienced team members and may also train others outside lab in relevant techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.