Postdoctoral Opportunities
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Memphis, TN
Posted 7/18/2025
At St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, we stand at the forefront of biomedical research, seamlessly bridging basic science with innovative treatments for catastrophic pediatric diseases. Current postdoc opportunities are outlined below. To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected].
Stanislav Zakharenko, MD, PhD, Department of Developmental Neurobiology Identify underlying mechanisms of synaptic or neural circuit abnormalities via 2-photon imaging and data mining of activity of thousands of neurons in awake mice and rats, single-cell electrophysiological recordings in brain slices, and molecular and biochemical experiments.
Marta Derecka, PhD, Department of Hematology Develop exciting new projects involving changes of bone marrow microenvironment and its impact on aging blood system; transcriptional dysregulation of bone marrow niche in hematological disorders and bone marrow niche-induced changes of chromatin landscape in hematopoietic progenitors.
Anand Patel, MD, PhD, Department of Oncology Multiple projects are available, focused on the reciprocal interaction between tumor cells and the extracellular matrix, drivers of lineage plasticity in fusion-positive rhabdomyosarcoma, and regulators of tumor stem-like hierarchies in mixed cell populations.
About St. Jude
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is a world-class research institution dedicated to pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases of childhood. We are in pursuit of the brightest minds in biomedical sciences, individuals poised to contribute to our research progress. St. Jude offers a unique blend of academic freedom and industry-level efficiency, with access to cutting-edge technology and expert-led core facilities. Postdocs benefit from personalized career development, including grant writing, mentoring, and professional growth programs. The position offers a competitive starting salary of $72,500, full benefits, and relocation assistance, along with a strong sense of community and work-life balance. Visit www.stjude.org/postdoc for additional details.
Last Updated 07/18/2025