Scientist - Yen Lab/TGEn Group (Hematopoietic Stem Cell, Genome Editing)
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is hiring a Scientist - Yen Lab/TGEn Group (Hematopoietic Stem Cell, Genome Editing) in Memphis, TN, paying $86,320 - $154,960 per year, to develop genome editing strategies for treating sickle cell disease.
- Role
- Scientist - Yen Lab/TGEn Group (Hematopoietic Stem Cell, Genome Editing)
- Organization
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
- Location
- Memphis, TN
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $86,320 - $154,960 per year
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Scientist performs and coordinates a wide range of laboratory research procedures and conducts a spectrum of complex support tasks and projects determined by the field and scope of the particular research study. At St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, talented faculty and staff work together and with colleagues worldwide to advance the research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases.
What you'll do
- Perform studies to develop genome editing strategies for human hematopoietic stem cells (HSC).
- Design and execute IND-enabling experiments to characterize the pharmacology of a genome-edited human hematopoietic stem cell product to treat sickle cell disease.
- Characterize the efficacy, safety, and potency of the HSC cellular drug product in in vitro and xenotransplantation assays.
- Multicolor flow cytometry and FACS to sort hematopoietic populations of relevance.
- Develop experimental methods including RT-PCR, ddPCR, next-generation sequencing, and single-cell sequencing.
- Perform NGS library preparation and analysis of editing outcomes, on-target and off-target.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area
- Master’s or PhD degree in a relevant scientific area
- Eight (8) years of relevant post-degree work experience with a Bachelor's degree
- Six (6) years of relevant post-degree work experience with a Master's degree
- Three (3) years of relevant post-degree work experience with a PhD
- Experience leading and supporting research experiments
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Memphis, TN.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $86,320 - $154,960 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area, Master’s or PhD degree, and relevant post-degree work experience.
How do I apply?
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter as part of the application process. Please address your cover letter to: Jonathan Yen, PhD, Department of Hematology, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105-3678.
Is the job remote?
No, the job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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