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Senior Scientist in Center of Excellence in Structural Cell Biology

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
$104,000 - $186,160
United States, Tennessee, Memphis
262 Danny Thomas Place (Show on map)
Sep 16, 2026
Conducts experiments/projects independently under overall direction of the Principal Investigator and/or more senior scientists. Designs and conducts studies to investigate specific basic science or clinical research questions within field of expertise. Develops procedures and participates in the publication of research results as necessary. Job Responsibilities: Conducts experiments/projects independently under overall direction of the PI and/or more senior scientist. Develops new research protocols, techniques and procedures. Identifies experimental data pertinent to the analysis problem. Processes, organizes and summarizes data, reporting these experimental results. Monitors quality and integrity of recorded information and data. Ensures data collection and entry methods meet quality standards. Interprets data as it relates to research problem. May publish as co-author and/or draft sections of research manuscripts as necessary. Presents research to colleagues within the organization or at external meetings/events. Provides lab operation support and makes recommendations regarding equipment use and maintenance, supplies, etc. Troubleshoots instrument and equipment issues. Provides input into lab operation processes and procedures. Recommends equipment acquisition and decommissioning. Regularly trains and oversees the work of others in laboratory techniques and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals of the department and institution. Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Minimum Education and/or Training: Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required Minimum Experience: Ten (10) years relevant work experience is required with Bachelor's degree. Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required with a Master's degree. Five (5) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD. 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 $104,000 - $186,160 per year for the role of Senior Scientist in Center of Excellence in Structural Cell Biology. Explore our exceptional benefits! We are committed to a human-centered hiring experience. Technology may support portions of our process, but recruiting decisions involve human review and engagement. Learn more about our approach to AI. St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer No Search Firms St. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.