Department of Oncology

Join Our Team!We are excited to announce an exciting opportunity for a Researcher Position in the laboratory of Dr. Charles Roberts in the Division of Molecular Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about cancer research, particularly in the field of cancer epigenetics. Dr. Roberts is a prominent leader in cancer epigenetics, focusing on the SWI/SNF (BAF) chromatin remodeling complexes. His groundbreaking research has revealed critical insights into how chromatin remodeling perturbations contribute to cancer, leading to potential investigational therapies for both pediatric and adult patients. Notably, mutations in genes encoding SWI/SNF subunits are implicated in over 20% of all cancers, making this research highly relevant and impactful.Research in the Roberts laboratory is designed to discover the mechanisms by which SWI/SNF complexes regulate chromatin, transcriptional control, and lineage specification and the mechanisms by which mutation of SWI/SNF subunits drives cancer formation. We also seek to identify specific vulnerabilities conferred by SWI/SNF mutation with the goal of identifying novel therapeutic opportunities.Dr. Roberts is a passionate mentor and is fully committed to training the next generation of scientists. In addition to being the Director of the NCI-designated St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center, Dr. Roberts leads a very successful, well-funded team of postdoctoral scientists, graduate students, researchers, scientists, and dedicated bioinformaticians. Job Responsibilities:Performs laboratory experiments as directed using specific and prescribed techniques/protocols.Follows basic protocols, implements experimental techniques prescribed by the supervisor, and provides 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:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required.GPA of 3.5 or higher is preferred.Minimum Experience:No prior experience is required.Experience in molecular biology, tissue culture, or murine models is preferred.What You Will GainWork independently on meaningful research projects.Develop essential scientific writing and presentation skills.Be part of a well-funded team committed to advancing cancer research.CommitmentCandidates should be prepared for a two-year commitment to this role.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- Roberts 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!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- 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!We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Program Coordinator with a strong background in clinical research to support the Division of Quality of Life and Palliative Care within the Oncology Department. The successful candidate will play a critical role in coordinating and managing research programs, ensuring that our clinical/research program initiatives run smoothly and efficiently.The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating program management activities by performing tasks related to data tracking, analysis, and implementation of results that meet the goals/objectives of the Department of Oncology, Division of Quality of Life and Palliative Care.The ideal candidate will engage with Divisional leadership and faculty to elevate the division’s clinical, academic, and educational program, including dedicated program coordination to support and/or enhance the establishment of multi-investigator collaborations (internal and external), quality improvement programs and educational initiatives to further accelerate innovative ideas and programmatic growth and productivity.Job Responsibilities:Administer one or more programs or projects.Define program or project requirements, identify interdependencies with internal or external departments or service providers, and coordinate to receive their input.Develop communications regarding the program or project; Develop project plans and/or programmatic process.Develop and track metrics, provide complex data analysis & interpretation, and develop program-related reports.Make recommendations for program or process improvements by providing inputs for systemic changes to program or project management processes for better planning, scope management, and risk prevention.Support the design and implementation of policies, processes, and procedures.Develop process for execution of program initiatives.Engage with program management teams internally and vendors externally for coordination.May mentor less experienced team members.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:Bachelor's degree required.Minimum Experience:Minimum requirement: 3+ years of experience in program management delivery.Significant experience working with project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Microsoft SharePoint, ServiceNow, Smartsheet, Clarity, Planview, MS Office).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 $70,720 - $126,880 per year for the role of Program Coordinator: Quality of Life and Palliative Care Research Program.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.