St Jude Children's Research Hospital
Faculty Position, Department of Surgery - Research
St Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
Overview
The Department of Surgery at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is recruiting faculty at any level to lead a research program in the use of circulating tumor DNA and Next-Gen sequencing techniques to help diagnose and track pediatric solid tumors. Current interests in the department include basic research in pediatric solid tumor patient-derived xenografts, immunotherapy to target osteosarcoma, and genetic and epigenetic characterization of neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and hepatoblastoma. We are searching for candidates with a strong background in circulating tumor DNA techniques to complement the department program in understanding these challenging pediatric solid tumors.
Responsibilities
Direct a well-funded and productive research laboratory focused on solid tumor research.
Collaborate with basic, translational, and clinical investigators across the institution.
Qualifications
PhD, MD and/or equivalent degree.
At least three years of relevant postgraduate experience.
Proven track record of productivity in research.
Successful applicants must hold a PhD, MD and/or equivalent degree, have at least three years of relevant postgraduate experience, and have a proven track record of productivity . The candidate is expected, ultimately, to direct a well-funded and productive research laboratory, and to make significant advances in solid tumor research.
Additional Information
Faculty rank will be commensurate with number of years of experience and accomplishments.
The basic research effort in the Department of Surgery at St. Jude is run by a dynamic group of research and clinical faculty with unparalleled resources for research and opportunities to collaborate with basic, translational, and clinical investigators in diverse fields across the institution.
Memphis is a vibrant, thriving, and affordable city. St. Jude facilities, recruitment packages, salaries are highly competitive, and a generous benefit package is included.
Application Process Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a concise summary of research contributions, a well-articulated research plan (3-5 pages), and names and contact information of three references (for assistant member positions).
For more information, contact:
Chris Morton Director - Research Operations Department of Surgery chris.morton@stjude.org
Equal Opportunity and Hiring Terms St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No Search Firms
St. 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.
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The Department of Surgery at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is recruiting faculty at any level to lead a research program in the use of circulating tumor DNA and Next-Gen sequencing techniques to help diagnose and track pediatric solid tumors. Current interests in the department include basic research in pediatric solid tumor patient-derived xenografts, immunotherapy to target osteosarcoma, and genetic and epigenetic characterization of neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and hepatoblastoma. We are searching for candidates with a strong background in circulating tumor DNA techniques to complement the department program in understanding these challenging pediatric solid tumors.
Responsibilities
Direct a well-funded and productive research laboratory focused on solid tumor research.
Collaborate with basic, translational, and clinical investigators across the institution.
Qualifications
PhD, MD and/or equivalent degree.
At least three years of relevant postgraduate experience.
Proven track record of productivity in research.
Successful applicants must hold a PhD, MD and/or equivalent degree, have at least three years of relevant postgraduate experience, and have a proven track record of productivity . The candidate is expected, ultimately, to direct a well-funded and productive research laboratory, and to make significant advances in solid tumor research.
Additional Information
Faculty rank will be commensurate with number of years of experience and accomplishments.
The basic research effort in the Department of Surgery at St. Jude is run by a dynamic group of research and clinical faculty with unparalleled resources for research and opportunities to collaborate with basic, translational, and clinical investigators in diverse fields across the institution.
Memphis is a vibrant, thriving, and affordable city. St. Jude facilities, recruitment packages, salaries are highly competitive, and a generous benefit package is included.
Application Process Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a concise summary of research contributions, a well-articulated research plan (3-5 pages), and names and contact information of three references (for assistant member positions).
For more information, contact:
Chris Morton Director - Research Operations Department of Surgery chris.morton@stjude.org
Equal Opportunity and Hiring Terms St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No Search Firms
St. 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.
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