St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Job title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Oncology
Company
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Job description
Job Description:Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Alejandro Gutierrez lab, Division of Molecular OncologyA postdoctoral research fellow position is available in the Alejandro Gutierrez lab in the Division of Molecular Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Our overarching interests are to unravel the molecular mechanisms underlying resistance to cancer therapy, and to devise novel strategies for therapeutic intervention. Our approach combines unbiased genetic screens with functional genetics and experimental therapeutics in genetically engineered and patient-derived models of cancer. Available projects are focused on investigating the biology and therapeutic targeting of amino acid and tRNA homeostasis.A doctoral degree (PhD or MD) is required, together with a strong track record of productivity, as evidenced by first-authored publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The ideal candidate will have a track record of applying innovative experimental strategies to tackle important biologic problems, together with the communication and interpersonal skills required to make a positive contribution to a thriving intellectual environment.Diversity, Equity and InclusionSt. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world-regardless of race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. .Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. View our to learn about the hospital’s roots in diversity, equity and inclusion, where we are today and our aspirations for an even better future.No Search FirmsSt. Jude Children’s Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.
Expected salary
Location
Memphis, TN
Job date
Sun, 20 Oct 2024 05:27:11 GMT
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