Faculty Position, Center for Pediatric Neurological Disease Research (CPNDR)

About the role

The Center for Pediatric Neurological Disease Research (CPNDR) at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is seeking exceptional and creative scientists to lead innovative laboratory-based research programs. The focus is on understanding and treating catastrophic childhood neurological diseases through cutting-edge approaches in molecular, genetic, biochemical, biophysical, cellular anatomical, and behavioral methods.

Responsibilities

• Use state-of-the-art molecular neurobiology or neurogenetics, including “omics” approaches, imaging, or disease modeling using animal models or brain organoids to elucidate the pathogenesis of pediatric neurological disease.
• Collaborate with world-class basic science and clinical investigators to advance research goals.
• Utilize state-of-the-art institutional shared resources such as genomics, proteomics, computational biology, CRISPR-based genome editing, mouse modeling, iPSC disease modeling, cell sorting, live cell imaging, spatial and single cell omics modalities, and advanced image processing and analysis.

Requirements

• Hold a PhD and/or MD degree.
• Have at least three years of relevant postgraduate experience.
• A demonstrated track record of outstanding productivity with high scientific impact.

Qualifications

• Exceptional creativity and leadership in research.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in translational neuroscience research.
• Ability to secure external funding.

Skills

• Expertise in molecular, genetic, biochemical, biophysical, cellular anatomical, and behavioral approaches.
• Knowledge of “omics” approaches, imaging, and disease modeling using animal models or brain organoids.
• Experience with state-of-the-art institutional shared resources.
• Excellent collaboration skills with other researchers.

Benefits

St. Jude offers very competitive packages, including generous startup funds, equipment, laboratory space, personnel, and institutional support beyond the start-up phase.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Contact

To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae, a 2–3 page summary of current accomplishments and future research plans, and the names of three references directly online. For more information, contact Marquette Nebo at marquetta.nebo@stjude.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No search firms.