Associate Scientist or Scientist - Molecular Pathology

Job Description

The Scientist performs and/or 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. Also, performs a variety of laboratory techniques independently and presents results.

The Associate Scientist performs a variety of moderately complex research tasks determined by the field and scope of the particular research project/study. Also, performs tasks related to the research project independently, but within broad guidelines and subject to periodic review by supervisor or other research staff.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking a talented and motivated Associate Scientist or Scientist to join the clinical assay development team in Molecular Pathology. This bench‑focused role, ideal for early‑career researchers, will contribute to the advancement of innovative assays for future clinical applications. Our current priorities include developing assays that leverage long‑read sequencing platforms and emerging methylation detection technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and optimization of novel molecular assays for clinical implementation.
• Conduct pre‑validation and validation wet‑lab experiments with minimal supervision.
• Ensure high standards of data accuracy and reliability.
• Collaborate with bioinformatics scientists and pathologists to ensure analysis and interpretation of complex genomic data.
• Author and maintain SOPs and validation documentation in compliance with CAP regulations.
• Train laboratory staff on newly developed assays.
• Present research findings at internal and external conferences.

Minimum Education and/or Training

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required.

Scientist Minimum Experience

• Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience is required with a Master's degree
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD

Salary range: $65,520.00 - $ Associate Scientist Minimum Experience

• 7 + years of research experience is required
• 5 + years of research experience is required with a Master's degree
• 2 + years of research experience is required with a PhD
• Experience leading and supporting research experiments preferred
• Some experience leading lab and scientific project coordination, maintenance, and other research support activities preferred
• Experience in guiding and training other laboratory personnel preferred
• Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role

Salary range: $86,320.00 - $ Position is primarily onsite in Memphis, TN. Schedule Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $86,320 - $154,960 per year for the role of Associate Scientist or Scientist - Molecular Pathology.

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