Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oncology
Company: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Location: Memphis
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
A fully funded postdoctoral position is immediately available
Mark Hatley’s laboratory in the Molecular Oncology Division of the
Department of Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The Hatley
lab studies how normal development processes are perturbed to drive
pediatric embryonal tumors using rhabdomyosarcoma as a model
system. Our findings defined the cell of origin of
rhabdomyosarcoma, a presumed skeletal muscle tumor, as an
endothelial progenitor cell ( Cancer Cell, 33 :108-124, 2018 and
Nature Communications , 14:729, 2023). We now seek to elucidate the
mechanism of this cell reprogramming event and its role in cell
transformation. The lab leverages genetically engineered mouse
models, patient-derived xenografts, human and mouse tumor and
primary cell lines as well as human induced pluripotent stem cells
as model systems to interrogate the underlying pathobiology of
pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma. The Hatley lab is a very collaborative,
interactive environment focused on scientific and career
development of trainees. The lab supports a healthy work/life
balance and diversity with a focus on career development. Four
former postdocs are now tenure track Assistant Professors at
academic institutions. Dr. Hatley was the 2019 mentor of the year
at St. Jude. Successful applicants should have strong
organizational and communication skills with drive and dedication
to participate as a member of our team.
https://www.stjude.org/research/labs/hatley-lab.html @HatleyLab
Minimum Experience: The ideal candidate should have just received
their PhD or have less than one year of postdoctoral research.
Experience in mouse models, cell biology, and molecular biology is
preferred. Please send a cover letter describing research interests
and accomplishments, CV and the names and addresses of three
references to mark.hatley@stjude.org . St. Jude is an Equal
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Keywords: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis , Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oncology, Science, Research & Development , Memphis, Tennessee
