Postdoctoral Research Associate - Hematology

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

88d • Onsite

About The Position

A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the Weiss lab to study the physiology and gene regulation of erythropoiesis. The research uses tissue culture cells, mouse models, and blood-forming cells from deidentified human subjects, with the goal of improving understanding of erythropoiesis and supporting the development of treatments for blood diseases.

The fellow will develop and execute an independent research project, including its conception and planning, experiments, interpretation, and publication. Dr. Weiss and a local advisory committee will advise the fellow and oversee progress. The fellow is expected to write grants, give talks, and prepare manuscripts under Dr. Weiss’ guidance. There may also be opportunities to mentor appropriate students or interns.

The Weiss lab emphasizes creative biomedical research and training the next generation of researchers. Fellows conduct hypothesis-driven research independently with support from Dr. Weiss and lab colleagues, and develop skills in grant and publication writing and presentations at national or international meetings. St. Jude provides access to shared research resources and facilities, professional and career development programs, a professional development allowance, competitive starting salary of $72,500 per year, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance.

Requirements

• PhD or MD/PhD.
• Passion for science and thirst for knowledge.
• Strong laboratory skills in molecular biology and tissue culture.
• Collaborative personality, willingness to help others, and ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Bioinformatic skills.
• Animal husbandry skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze gene expression during erythropoiesis using molecular biology and informatics.
• Develop cellular models for human blood disorders, including sickle cell disease.
• Study the roles of hypoxia inducible factor 1 (HIF1) during erythropoiesis, working with lab scientist Dr. Ruopeng Feng.
• Develop and execute an independent research project, including conception, planning, experiments, interpretation, and publication.
• Write grants, give talks, and prepare manuscripts under Dr. Weiss’ guidance.
• Potentially mentor appropriate students or interns.

Benefits

• Access to shared resources and facilities led by expert scientists, with cutting-edge technology.
• Programs for professional growth and career readiness, including grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, non-research career advancement programs, and a professional development allowance.
• Competitive salary starting at $72,500 a year.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Relocation assistance.
• A supportive postdoctoral community and collaborative environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree