Lead Researcher – Chemical Biology and Therapeutics

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking to hire a Lead Researcher in the laboratory of Dr. Anang Shelat

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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 your science translates into survival for the children we serve.

Quite simply, at St. Jude, we encourage you to dream big and stop at nothing when it comes to finding cures and saving children.

The at is paving the way to markedly accelerate the discovery of therapeutic targets and approaches for childhood cancer by partnering with two of the world’s leading research institutions.

This new strategic project will use a team science approach to use cutting-edge and exploratory technologies to identify vulnerabilities, biological mechanisms, and new combination therapies for children with cancer.

St. Jude is seeking to hire a Lead Researcher in the laboratory ofas part of this exciting new large-scale scientific collaboration.

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher interested in leveraging the power of chemical biology to translate promising small molecule drug candidates into clinical trials for pediatric brain and solid tumors.

employs state-of-the-art cell-based high-throughput and high-content screening technologies, advanced bioinformatics and machine learning approaches, and a unique collection of patient-derived orthotopic xenograft tumor models to : (a) investigate drug molecular mechanism of action, (b) identify drivers of drug resistance and sensitivity, and (c) develop combination strategies that enhance in vivo efficacy while preserving a therapeutic window.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has the first and only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children.

Our designation as a Comprehensive Cancer Center reflects leading excellence in laboratory, clinical and survivorship research, as well as leadership in education and community outreach.

Ranked by the NCI with the highest possible score of Exceptional’ for the past decade, the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center collaboratively unites world-class researchers in pursuit of our mission to advance cures for childhood cancer through research and treatment.

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The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cancer biology, significant experience with high-throughput drug screening, and be comfortable working with 2D and 3D cell culture techniques.

The applicant is encouraged to harness the world class available at St. Jude to accelerate their research and seek new insights.

The selected candidate will work alongside basic scientists, clinicians, and pharmacologists in a project team environment, with the goal of translating research findings into clinical trials for children with cancer.

Minimum Education :

Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required.

Minimum Experience :

• Five (5) years of relevant, post-degree work experience is required
• Two (2) years of relevant post-degree work experience is required with a Master's degree
• No experience is required with a PHD

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Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.

This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $65,520 - $114,400 per year for the role of Lead Researcher Chemical Biology and Therapeutics.

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St. 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.

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