Postdoctoral Research Associate - Developmental Neurobiology - Peng Lab

There is a postdoctoral research associate position available in the lab of Jamy Peng. Jamy Peng Lab at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is looking for enthusiastic postdoctoral trainees to investigate epigenetic mechanisms that regulate stem cell functions. Improved understanding of stem cell regulation will contribute to fundamental knowledge about human health and likely accelerate the progress of regenerative medicine. We utilize human pluripotent and mouse embryos to understand how chromatin structure and gene expression programming underlie neural development. Regulators of the modifications of lysine 27 in histone H3 (H3K27) are our focus because they are amongst the most recurrently mutated epigenetic modifiers in pediatric cancers. We generated preliminary findings to identify novel epigenetic mechanisms balancing the division, differentiation, and death of stem cells. These findings have strong implications for how dysfunction of H3K27 modifications lead to stem cell defects, contributing to neurodevelopmental defects and/or cancer. We are looking for motivated individuals to take over this project to expand this project to translational directions. Please email ... CV, list of references, and a cover letter explaining career and scientific training goals. Minimum education requirements: PhD with an experience in mouse genetics or stem cell culturing. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a world-class research institution dedicated to pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases of childhood. The first and only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. Our 300 faculty work across the spectrum of basic, translational, clinical, and population science in a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment that includes a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy of Science and the National Academy of Medicine. St. Jude is ranked on Fortune Magazine's "Best Workplaces in Health Care & Biopharma" and Glassdoor's "Best Places to Work," and is located in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, a vibrant and friendly city at the historic American crossroads of music, trade, food and culture. We are in pursuit of the brightest minds in biomedical sciences, individuals poised to contribute to our research progress. Other than access to top-quality scientists and mentors, as a postdoctoral trainee at St. Jude, you will have: A Blend of Academic Freedom and Industrial Efficiency: Access to shared resources and facilities led by expert scientists, coupled with cutting-edge technology, accelerates research productivity. Customized Professional and Career Growth: 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. Competitive Compensation: Embark on your journey with a competitive salary starting at $72,500 a year, comprehensive benefits and generous relocation assistance, reflecting our commitment to recognize and invest in talent. A Sense of Community: St. Jude fosters a vibrant postdoc community that supports a well-balanced life. A dynamic environment promotes connections and camaraderie among postdocs from all backgrounds. 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.