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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Molecular Oncology and Cancer Biology St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Oncology
Funding
Postdoctoral position with competitive salary starting at $72,500 per year, comprehensive benefits, and generous relocation assistance. The postdoc trainee also has access to shared resources, professional development, grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, and non-research career advancement programs.
Deadline
Dec 25, 2026
Country
United States
University
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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Postdoctoral Research Associate – Molecular Oncology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, United States.
This opening is in the Li Lab, Division of Molecular Oncology, Department of Oncology, focusing on cancer biology, molecular biology, chromatin, transcriptional regulation, functional genomics, and oncogene regulation. The lab studies dysregulated transcription in oncogenesis, tumor maintenance, and metastasis using drug-controlled, degradable, oncogene-induced mouse tumor models and other advanced technologies.
Applicants should have a PhD or MD/PhD. Strong laboratory skills in molecular biology and tissue culture are required. Experience with animal husbandry is highly encouraged, and willingness to learn bioinformatics is a plus. The lab also values collaborative, kind, team-oriented researchers with a strong passion for science.
Funding details include a competitive salary starting at $72,500 per year, comprehensive benefits, and generous relocation assistance. The position also offers access to shared research resources, professional development support, grant writing workshops, mentoring opportunities, and career development programs.
To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references (or three letters of recommendation) to [email protected]. The posted closing date is 25 Dec 2026.
Funding details
Postdoctoral position with competitive salary starting at $72,500 per year, comprehensive benefits, and generous relocation assistance. The postdoc trainee also has access to shared resources, professional development, grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, and non-research career advancement programs.
What's required
PhD or MD/PhD required. Strong background in molecular biology and enthusiasm for cancer biology are expected. Strong laboratory skills in molecular biology and tissue culture are required. Experience with animal husbandry is highly encouraged. Collaborative, kind, team-oriented personality is desired. Willingness to learn bioinformatics skills is desired.
How to apply
Submit a cover letter describing research interests and career goals, a CV, and contact information for three references or three letters of recommendation. Send applications and inquiries to [email protected].
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