Researcher/ Senior Researcher - Durbin Laboratory

St. Jude Children's Research HospitalMemphis, TN
$60,320 - $105,040

About The Position

The Durbin Laboratory within the Department of Oncology is seeking a highly motivated Researcher or Senior Researcher to join our team for a two-year position focused on the epigenetic regulation of transcription in cancer. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented scientist who is passionate about biomedical research and eager to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in pediatric cancer biology. In this role, you will utilize state-of-the-art approaches in murine modeling, molecular biology, cell biology, and functional genomics to investigate the transcriptional and chromatin-based mechanisms that drive aggressive cancers. Working within a highly collaborative research environment, you will help develop and characterize in vivo models of human disease while contributing to innovative therapeutic discovery efforts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a biological or related scientific discipline.
  • Hands-on experience working with genetic and/or xenograft rodent models of cancer.
  • Strong interest in cancer biology, epigenetics, and biomedical research.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including: western blotting, molecular cloning, and functional genomics technique.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior experience with genetic and/or xenograft rodent models of cancer is highly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Performs laboratory experiments independently using established techniques/protocols.
  • Sets up protocols, trouble shoots experiments using new or modified laboratory techniques.
  • Accurately records experimental procedures and data.
  • Prepares and reports results/ data leading to posters, presentations or publications
  • May provide guidance to entry-level employees.
  • 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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