Postdoctoral Research Associate (Pharmacogenomics)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Salary: Starting at $72,500 per year

Company

hirify.global is a pediatric research institution focused on childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases, with a multidisciplinary pharmacogenomics program translating discoveries into precision pharmacotherapy.

What you will do

• Lead an independent subproject investigating genetic and molecular mechanisms of variability in childhood cancer treatment response.
• Integrate multi-omics and computational analyses with experimental functional validation for targeted agents and immunotherapeutics.
• Define genetic and multi-omic mechanisms of anticancer drug efficacy and treatment-related toxicity using pediatric cancer and long-term survivor cohorts.
• Use clinical-trial samples and single-cell approaches to study targeted-therapy response and immunotherapy resistance in childhood leukemia.
• Conduct large-scale, high-throughput studies of gene-drug interactions using functional genomics and single-cell systems.
• Apply chemical biology approaches, including molecular glues and proteolysis-targeting chimeras, to develop therapeutics for high-risk leukemias.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, genetics, molecular biology, or a related biomedical field, completed before the start date; candidates with a PharmD or MD and substantial research experience may also be considered.
• Strong research productivity demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications.
• Knowledge and research experience in at least one of pharmacology, human genetics, functional genomics, genome editing, or animal models.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Nice to have

• Experience with large-scale functional genomics studies, including in vitro or in vivo CRISPR screening.
• Experience with high-throughput drug-sensitivity profiling or preclinical drug evaluation.
• Research experience in cancer biology, cancer therapy, or treatment-related toxicity.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to shared research resources, expert-led facilities, cutting-edge technology, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Professional development through grant-writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, non-research career programs, and a professional-development allowance.
• Competitive annual compensation, comprehensive benefits, and generous relocation assistance.
• A supportive postdoctoral community focused on balance, connection, and inclusion.

Hiring process

• Apply through the St. Jude careers portal.
• Submit a cover letter describing research interests, technical background, career goals, and anticipated availability; a curriculum vitae with a complete publication list; a one- to two-page statement of research experience and interests; and contact information for three professional references.
• Reference letters may be requested from shortlisted candidates; applications from search firms are not accepted.