Clinical Faculty-Level Investigator : Memphis, TN, United States
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St Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a private, not-for-profit institute that is internationally recognized for its commitment to performing cutting edge research and providing state of the art clinical services, with the goal to improve the outcomes for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. St. Jude is the first and only pediatric cancer center to be designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute and in 2017 was named the number 1 pediatric cancer hospital by US News & World Report.
We are seeking a highly motivated clinical faculty-level investigator with training and experience in hematology and oncology and a strong interest in genetics to participate in cancer genomics initiatives. The clinical faculty member will be housed in the Division of Cancer Predisposition, a newly formed section within the Department of Oncology dedicated to the evaluation and management of children at increased genetic risk for cancer. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, we strive to provide unsurpassed medical care to affected children and their families.
The Division also provides a highly interactive environment where the clinical faculty member will have ample opportunities to participate in exciting educational and research initiatives centered around clinical genomics, gene discovery and cancer surveillance in collaboration with investigators from the Departments of Computational Biology, Pathology, Radiology, Hematology, Epidemiology & Cancer Control and Pharmaceutical Sciences. As an integral member of a team of genetic counselors, nurse practitioner, numerous physician-scientists including a clinical geneticist, psychologist and ethicist, the faculty member will have the ability to execute cutting edge research in conjunction with comprehensive patient care.
The clinical faculty member will experience the benefits of working in an environment where patient care and treatment are prioritized above all else. This is a remarkable opportunity to be part of a collaborative, positive workplace where all employees, regardless of their role, share the same commitment to make a difference in the lives of the children we serve. St. Jude is consistently ranked on Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Places to Work For” and is No. 9 on the 2018 Glassdoor “Best Place to Work” list for companies with 1,000 or more employees.
This position is based in Memphis, TN with relocation assistance available. Memphis is a family-friendly metropolitan area with a strong and growing genetic counseling community. Memphis is recognized for its world-class music, food and hospitality. Cost of living is one of the biggest attractions; in fact, Money listed Memphis as one of the least expensive cities in which to raise a child. Mild winters and beautiful green spaces are part of the reasons why Forbes recently named Memphis the 4th happiest city in which to work.
Successful candidates will have expertise in the areas of hematology/oncology and cancer genetics. Candidates should have an MD, MD/PhD or DO degree and be Board certified or Board-eligible in clinical genetics and/or hematology-oncology (pediatric or adult). The facilities and salaries are competitive and a generous benefit package is included.
A letter of inquiry and CV should be sent to:
Kim E. Nichols, MD
Director, Division of Cancer Predisposition
Department of Oncology,
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN 38105-2794
Telephone: 901-595-8385
Email: kim.nichols@stjude.org
St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. St. Jude does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status or disabled veteran status with respect to employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment. St. Jude engages in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for minorities, women veterans and individuals with disabilities. Candidates receiving offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
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