Postdoctoral Fellowship in Abraham Lab in Computational Biology
A postdoctoral research associate position is available with Dr. Abraham at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Project Description:
The Abraham Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study the roles of gene dysregulation and genome organization in pediatric cancers.
This grant-funded position is part of an inter-institutional, interdisciplinary effort to deconvolve the roles of chromatin-modifying enzymes in genome-wide gene regulation. These enzymes represent emerging drug targets in pediatric solid tumors and collaboration with chemists and molecular oncologists will be key components of the work.
Minimum Education and/or Training:
A Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Computer Science, or a related field is required. Strong candidates from primarily wet-lab or clinical backgrounds who wish to develop sophisticated quantitative skills will also be considered. Successful candidates will have a track record of scientific productivity, e.g., a first author paper, or a demonstrable contribution to a large project. Experience in chromatin and expression analysis technologies is desired.
About St. Jude:
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a world-class research institution dedicated to pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases of childhood. The first and only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. Our 300 faculty work across the spectrum of basic, translational, clinical, and population science in a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment that includes a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy of Science and the National Academy of Medicine. St. Jude is ranked on Fortune Magazine’s “Best Workplaces in Health Care & Biopharma” and Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work,” and is located in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, a vibrant and friendly city at the historic American crossroads of music, trade, food and culture.
We are in pursuit of the brightest minds in biomedical sciences, individuals poised to contribute to our research progress. Other than access to top-quality scientists and mentors, as a postdoctoral trainee at St. Jude, you will have:
A Blend of Academic Freedom and Industrial Efficiency: Access to shared resources and facilities led by expert scientists, coupled with cutting-edge technology, accelerates research productivity.
Customized Professional and Career Growth: Experience specifically designed programs to enhance professional growth and career readiness empowering postdocs for success beyond their training. This includes access to grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, non-research career advancement programs, professional development allowance, and so much more.
Competitive Compensation: Embark on your journey with a competitive salary starting at $72,500 a year, comprehensive benefits and generous relocation assistance, reflecting our commitment to recognize and invest in talent.
A Sense of Community: St. Jude fosters a vibrant postdoc community that supports a well-balanced life. A dynamic environment promotes connections and camaraderie among postdocs from all backgrounds.