Researcher (Temp)- Cupido Lab

Company: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Location: Memphis
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Join Our Team The Cupido Lab at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is excited to announce an opening for a Temporary Researcher position. This position is limited to 1,000 hours and is ideal for highly motivated individuals looking to contribute to cutting-edge research in cancer epigenetics. The Cupido Lab focuses on developing innovative chemistry-based approaches to exploring the role of RNA in nuclear organization and genome function. Our mission is driven by the goal of understanding and targeting cancer epigenetic mechanisms. The Temporary Researcher will conduct standard cell biology and biochemistry experiments, troubleshoot protocols, and maintain detailed records. Key procedures include cell culture, cell transfection, immunohistochemistry, ChIP-Seq, RNA-seq, and protein expression and purification. The ideal candidate will be comfortable collaborating closely with other lab members and colleagues and will actively participate in different lab research efforts. A strong interest in staying current with the latest literature in chemical and chromatin/cancer biology is highly desirable. If you're passionate about scientific discovery and eager to learn in cancer biology, we invite you to apply for an exciting opportunity at the Cupido Lab. Join us in our mission to find cures for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases! We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Responsibilities: Assist with laboratory research on multiple projects. Perform experiments as directed, report and communicate data supporting both publications and presentations. Learn new techniques and experimental procedures to support scientific inquiry within the laboratory. Follows basic protocols, implementing experimental techniques prescribed by the supervisor and providing basic troubleshooting where appropriate. Accurately records experimental procedures and data. May draft results/data for posters, presentations, or publications. Operates lab equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals of the department and institution. Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required. Minimum Experience: No experience required. Some laboratory experience is preferred. Compensation In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $10.00 - $72.11 per hour for the role of Researcher (Temp)- Cupido Lab. Explore our exceptional benefits ! 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.

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