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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital · 1 week ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Structural Biology

positionMemphis, TN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$72K/yr - $75K/yr

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a world-class research institution dedicated to pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases of childhood. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work on the biophysics of intrinsically disordered protein regions, utilizing biophysical and biochemical studies to explore their conformational properties and phase separation.

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Responsibilities

Help shape the direction of the research
Use in vitro biophysical and biochemical studies to characterize the conformational properties of IDRs and the properties of the condensates they form
Interface with trainees and staff scientists in the Mittag lab
Collaborate with collaborators in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that will support their career development

Qualification

NMR spectroscopySmall-angle X-ray scatteringBiophysicsBiochemistryIntrinsically disordered proteinsBiomolecular condensates

Required

Ph.D. in biophysics or a related discipline
Demonstrated academic record of excellence
Strong interest in the growing field of biomolecular condensates
Experience with quantitative biophysical techniques such as NMR spectroscopy and/or small-angle X-ray scattering

Benefits

Access to shared resources and facilities led by expert scientists, coupled with cutting-edge technology, accelerates research productivity.
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.
Comprehensive benefits and generous relocation assistance.
A dynamic environment promotes connections and camaraderie among postdocs from all backgrounds.

Company

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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dateFounded in 1962
location
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://stjude.org

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$62.4M
Key Investors
Kia MotorsKBR Charity Golf TournamentHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-05-12Grant· $1.5M
2024-10-28Grant
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M

Leadership Team

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Judy A. Habib
Chair, Board of Directors
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