
This full-time Lead Scientist position within the Department of Oncology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital supports Dr. Chris Vakoc's lab in advancing innovative therapies for childhood cancer. The role involves leading research strategies to map genetic dependencies in aggressive cancers and utilizing CRISPR-based screening to identify critical protein domains. Key responsibilities include designing experimental protocols, analyzing complex genomic datasets, mentoring junior staff, and publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals. The position offers a highly collaborative, bench-to-bedside environment where discoveries directly impact patient outcomes. Candidates benefit from access to world-class facilities, state-of-the-art technologies, and a mission-driven culture dedicated to saving children's lives.






















