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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Clinical Research Scientist - Psychology & Biobehavioral Sciences

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Clinical Research Scientist - Psychology & Biobehavioral Sciences

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital invites applications for a full‑time Clinical Research Scientist in the Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences. This role is focused on improving cognitive and biobehavioral health outcomes for children with catastrophic disease and their families. Primary Responsibilities

Design, implement, and oversee innovative study protocols in collaboration with faculty, project coordinators, clinical research associates, and investigators. Conduct literature reviews and statistical analyses to support research projects. Develop and test cognitive and neurobehavioural measures for pediatric and neuro‑developmental populations. Draft manuscripts and contribute to grant applications. Engage in translational and intervention‑based clinical research to produce meaningful clinical impact. Coordinate participation and data collection procedures while ensuring ethical and regulatory compliance. Communicate findings through publications, presentations, and reports. Manage multiple concurrent studies and support multidisciplinary research operations. Candidate Profile

Education:

MD or PhD in a relevant scientific field is required. Experience:

Minimum 2 + years of productive research experience in clinical or population‑based outcomes and health behavior research; experience in study design, protocol development, and analysis; familiarity with project‑oriented matrixed teams; proven performance in prior roles. Skills:

Strong background in developmental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or related fields; experience leveraging digital technologies (AI, V R, etc.) for assessment and intervention in pediatric neurology or neuro‑developmental populations. Compensation

Estimated salary range: $86,320 – $154,960 per year. Benefits

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