We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Staff Scientist to join department of Computational Biology’s Genomics Laboratory. The Staff Scientist will have the opportunity to join our efforts dedicated to advancing the understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of pediatric cancers. The job responsibilities include performing single cell droplet experiments for both RNA end counting and DNA variant detection, improving the workflow efficiency for NGS sequencing on the Illumina sequencing platform, and evaluating and optimizing single cell DNA, RNA, and epigenetic protocols. In addition, duties for this position include performing standard NGS protocols on the Illumina, Pacific Biosciences, and Oxford Nanopore sequencing platforms.

Qualified candidates will have a strong background in molecular and cellular biology, single cell sequencing, UMI applications, and familiarity with the operation of the Illumina sequencing platform. Excellent written and communication skills, the ability to effectively collaborate with peer scientists, and execute tasks in a timely manner are highly desired.

Recognized as a world leader in pediatric cancer genomics, the department of Computational Biology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has developed state-of-art computational algorithms, well-established analytical pipelines, and deep data analysis expertise with a track record of high-impact publications in top-tier biomedical journals such as Nature, NEJM, Nature Genetics, and Nature Methods. The department provides a highly interactive environment with projects involving basic and clinical research collaborators, access to high performance computing clusters, cloud computing environment, innovative visualization tools, highly automated analytical pipelines and teamwork with scientists who have deep experience in data analysis, data management and delivery of high-quality results for highly competitive projects. This position is located in Memphis, TN, and relocation assistance is available.

• A Ph.D. in an appropriate scientific field is required

• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant and productive (combined) years postdoctoral research associate or five (5) years of combined academic experience at the postdoctoral level or above.

• Strong background in molecular and cellular biology, single cell sequencing, UMI applications, and familiarity with the operation of the Illumina sequencing platform.