Department of Oncology

Join Our Team!The Oncology Department at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to join our Administrative Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside faculty, leadership, and key internal and external stakeholders to support large-scale research symposiums, Oncology-sponsored events, key departmental meetings, strategic initiatives, high-profile recruitment efforts, and departmental onboarding.As an Administrative Coordinator, you will also support faculty members and play a pivotal role in mentoring junior administrative team members, as well as collaborating with colleagues to ensure the continued success of the Oncology Department.We are looking for a candidate who is highly organized, detailed oriented and has proven experience in managing large-scale events, including symposiums and medical conferences, and faculty and staff recruitment. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a thorough understanding of logistics, budgeting, and compliance requirements. Proficiency with SharePoint, OneNote, Outlook, Teams, Workday, Canva and Cvent is desired.At St. Jude, you’ll be part of a highly collaborative work culture that inspires you to be your best every day. We offer numerous opportunities for learning and professional growth, allowing you to shape a career path that aligns with your goals. Additionally, you’ll enjoy the benefits of working for a world-class institution, including generous paid time off, work-life balance, and convenient on-campus resources.Join us and discover why St. Jude is consistently recognized by employees on Glassdoor as a “Best Place to Work.” Make a difference with us.Apply today!Job Responsibilities:Coordinate all aspects of event planning from start to finish, including venue selection, vendor selection, scheduling, contracting, and budgeting.Manage vendor relationships, including caterers, AV providers, decor, and transportation services.Collaborate with speakers, sponsors and exhibitors to confirm participation and meet their needs.Arrange travel and accommodation logistics for speakers and attendees.Coordinate audiovisual and technical support for in-person and virtual sessions.Supervise event staff and volunteers during setup, execution, and breakdown.Maintain clear communication with cross-functional teams during the event planning process.Manage the day-to-day administrative activities as the key point of contact for multiple areas like office supply management, calendar management, email and phone correspondence, tracking and maintaining vendor contract, mail management, event coordination, badging, visitor management, coordination with other teams on matters of financial systems etc.Coordinate/ liaison with internal teams as well as external vendors to accomplish goals for own department.Create a filing system, develop standard reports, maintain databases and spreadsheets to provide accurate and timely information, while protecting data confidentiality.Support a senior faculty member or multiple leaders in managing their communication, general administrative tasks, CVs and bio sketch management and participate in special projects/ activities.Contribute to the creation of documents (i.e. presentations/ manuscripts/ grant writing etc.).Support the management of compliance issues.May mentor junior members of administrative team.Provide individual faculty support, as needed, to support departmental operations.Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.Maintains regular and predictable attendance.Minimum Education and/or Training:High school diploma/GED required.Bachelors degree preferred.Minimum Experience:Minimum Requirement: 6+years experience in administration or related area.Experience Exception: Bachelor's degree and 2+ years experience in administration or related area.Experience in event coordination and vendor management.Experience in managing communication with variety of stakeholders with tact and sensitivity.Experience managing documentation, generating reports and doing simple analysis.Substantial experience working with office technologies including Microsoft Office (Word/ Excel/ Power point etc.).CompensationIn 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 $26.00 - $45.50 per hour for the role of Administrative Coordinator- Oncology.Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. 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.

Join Our Team!The Administrative Operations team in the Oncology Department at St. Jude has a great opportunity for a Senior Administrative Specialist to work for a superb team supporting the department's dynamic divisions. We are seeking a candidate who can provide high-level administrative support to multiple faculty members while effectively managing a consistently heavy and complex workload.  The ideal candidate will also demonstrate professionalism and discretion while coordinating and hosting meetings and visits for faculty candidates over extended periods, ensuring a welcoming and well-organized experience throughout the recruitment process.When you work at St. Jude, you’ll join a highly collaborative work culture that inspires you every day to be your best.  With opportunities for learning and growth, you can shape a career path that is right for you while also enjoying all the benefits and stability of working for a world-class institution. This includes work-life balance with generous paid time-off and on-campus conveniences that make life a little easier.  Join us and you’ll quickly see why St. Jude is consistently ranked by our employees on Glassdoor as a “Best Place to Work.”   Ignite your administrative journey and apply today!Job Responsibilities:Provide day to day administrative support like responding to calls, managing/tracking office supplies, document formatting & editing, mails, tracking and maintaining vendor contracts, scheduling meetings etc., independently.Coordinate with external vendors to support event organization for own team/department.Provide high-level administrative support to multiple faculty members while effectively managing a consistently heavy and complex workload.  Manage standard communication with internal/ external members on routine matters.Demonstrate professionalism and discretion while coordinating and hosting meetings and visits for faculty candidates over extended periods, ensuring a welcoming and well-organized experience throughout the recruitment process.Support a faculty member or leader(s) with activities related to scheduling, communication, managing lab set up, grants, etc., as appropriate within own scope of work.Support in the recruitment process by developing & coordinating itineraries for departmental visitors or new recruits.Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.Maintains regular and predictable attendance.Minimum Experience:Minimum Requirement: 4+ years of experience in administration or related areas.Experience Exception: Bachelor's degree with no experience required.Some experience with activities involving planning, organizing, and coordinating is important.Experience with tasks that involve managing routine or repetitive activities, high attention to detail, and clear communication is critical.Demonstrated experience working with office technologies, including Microsoft Office (Word/ Excel/PowerPoint, etc.).CompensationIn 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 $22.00 - $38.50 per hour for the role of Sr Administrative Specialist.Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. 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.

Join Our Team!We are excited to announce an exciting opportunity for a Researcher Position in the Elizabeth Stewart Lab within in the Division of Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about cancer research, particularly in the field of understanding pediatric solid tumors through progressive modeling and analyzation techniques.Research in the Elizabeth Stewart Lab focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying the recurrence of pediatric solid tumors, particularly sarcomas. The core of our laboratory’s work strives to discover insights and share information that fuels further research to advance the understanding of recurrent solid tumors in childrenDr. Elizabeth Stewart is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist and Assistant Member at St. Jude in the Solid Tumor Division of the Department of Oncology. She was awarded the SIU School of Medicine Distinguished Alumni Early Career Award in 2022 and currently serves as the principal investigator of the NCI U01 grant for the Pediatric Preclinical in Vivo Testing Consortium (PIVOT).Job Responsibilities:Performs laboratory experiments as directed using specific and prescribed techniques/protocols.Follows basic protocols, implementing experimental techniques prescribed by supervisor and providing basic troubleshooting where appropriate.Accurately records experimental procedures and data.May draft results/data for posters, presentations or publicationsOperates 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 and/or Training:Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required.CompensationIn 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 $24.00 - $42.00 per hour for the role of Researcher- Elizabeth Stewart Lab.Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. 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.

Join Our Team!Dr. Deena Levine is seeking a committed and adaptable Bereavement Program Manager to join the Division of Quality of Life and Palliative Care within the Oncology Department. This unique opportunity is open to candidates from either a psychosocial background (such as social work, psychology, or child life) or a Nurse Practitioner (NP) background.The Bereavement Program Manager position encompasses clinical care and program management, responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of bereavement support for patients and their families. The ideal candidate will excel in advocacy, education, community networking, and program development. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing grief counseling services, evaluating program effectiveness, creating educational materials, and collaborating with internal and external healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive support. The role is structured for an advanced practice provider (or qualified licensed psychosocial provider) and includes approximately 20% clinical practice.The Bereavement Program Manager will collaborate closely with Dr. Levine to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive psychosocial service and/or clinical program, defining objectives, approaches, and goals. We seek a candidate with a strong background in psychosocial services, experience in managing psychosocial and/or clinical services programs, and a talent for collaborating with leaders to inform decision-making. We welcome applications from advanced practice providers, psychologists, social workers, and other psychosocial providers with the requisite education, experience, and licensure in the respective fields.By joining our team as a Bereavement Program Manager , you will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families during a critical time, contributing to a culture of care and compassion that truly matters. Job Responsibilities:Lead the planning and execution of a psychosocial service and/or clinical program including defining objectives, approaches, goals, governance mechanisms, resource deployment, periodic reviews, contingency planning, and periodic reporting and communication.Collaborate with cross-functional teams internally and externally to achieve defined outcomes aligned with departmental strategies.Drive internal stakeholder management and communications, management of external vendors, and strong partnership with stakeholders inside and outside the institution.Track program and/or project success.Provide oversight and management of program budgets through planning, controlling, and tracking expenditures.Provide more complex analysis of data to create reports for senior leadership.Provide anticipatory, peri-mortem, and post-mortem bereavement counseling for patients and families, as well as referral for additional services where warranted.May participate in Psychiatric/Bereavement crisis response in accordance with the role.Oversee individual and collective assignments for clinical, educational, academic and programmatic bereavement needs to ensure optimal bereavement care and resources institutionally.Work regularly with bereaved parent advisors, educators, and steering committee members as well as lead bereavement related communication and engagement.Minimum Experience:Master's degree and 4+ years of experience in psychosocial services.2+ years of experience managing psychosocial and/or clinical services programs.Relevant certifications required, as applicable, within psychosocial and/or clinical services area.Experience designing and managing programs with focus on stakeholder needs.Proven experience engaging with leaders to facilitate decision-making.Experience providing guidance and mentorship.Experience driving continuous program improvement projects.Minimum Education and/or Training: Bereavement Program Manager-NPMaster's degree Nursing required.Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law:Must possess a current Advanced Practice Nurse License issued by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing (LC: AP-TN) as applicableMust possess a current Tennessee State Board of Nursing license if primary residence is Tennessee or a Nurse Licensure non-Compact state (LC:RN-TN) Must possess a current State Board of Nursing license in the state of primary residence if the state is a Nurse Licensure Compact state (LC: RN-ARK, RN-MISS or RN-KY) as applicableNurse Practitioner Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center (LC:ANCC-NP) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (LC: AA-NP) or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (LC: PNCB) as applicableSalary range is $104,000 - $186,160 per year.Minimum Education and/or Training: Bereavement Program ManagerMaster's degree in Social Work, Healthcare Administration, Psychology, Child Life, or other related psychosocial field required.Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required :If a Social Worker applies, relevant certifications as applicable at hire or within 6 months of hire (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)) by the Tennessee Board of Social Workers.Salary range is $78,000-$139,360 per year.**ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD UPLOAD A COVER LETTER WITH THEIR RESUMES**CompensationIn 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 $104,000 - $186,160 per year for the role of Bereavement Program Manager OR Bereavement Program Manager NP ( Quality of Life and Palliative Care).Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. 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.