Researcher- Preclinical Therapeutics Program
About The Position
St Jude Children’s Research Hospital is committed to world-class support for translational research as we seek to identify novel targets for therapeutic intervention and evaluate relevant therapies in a preclinical setting towards improving treatment options for catastrophic diseases of childhood. We are seeking a Researcher level technologist to join our Preclinical Therapeutics Program (PTP) team, a dynamic group of research technologists focused on providing a comprehensive suite of resources for preclinical therapeutic development. This support includes model development and xenografting, treatment with novel therapeutics, study observation and therapy response determination using imaging readouts and routine data processing. During the past five decades, St. Jude has made remarkable progress toward curing childhood cancer and other life-threating diseases. 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 our science translates into survival for the children we serve. This is a dynamic laboratory environment where you will work with researchers involved in innovative basic and translational research for the fulfillment of our mission: Finding Cures. Saving Children.
Requirements
- A genuine interest in science.
- Some knowledge of basic laboratory procedures.
- A Bachelor's in a science related field.
- A drive to help end pediatric cancer.
- A can do, willing to learn attitude.
Responsibilities
- Performs laboratory experiments as directed using specific and prescribed techniques/protocols.
- Follows basic protocols, implementing experimental techniques prescribed by supervisor and providing basic troubleshooting where appropriate.
- Accurately records experimental procedures and data.
- May draft results/data for posters, presentations or publications
- Operates lab equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals of the department and institution.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
Benefits
- exceptional benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
