Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oncology - Pediatric Cancer Metabolism
LocationMemphis, TN
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentMolecular Oncology
Company size5,001–10,000 people
First seenOct 6, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
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Must have3
Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree
strong background in metabolism, biochemistry, molecular biology, development biology, cancer biology, and/or a related field
independence, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and a strong record of scientific productivity
Nice to have1
Previous experience in metabolomics, mouse genetics, and/or computational biology
Skills
metabolomics
LC-MS
GC-MS
isotope tracing
single-cell technologies
spatial multiomics
mass spectrometry
computational biology
mouse genetics
About the role
Postdoctoral Fellow on Pediatric Cancer Metabolism
Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Min Ni at Division of Molecular Oncology and Department of Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to study systems metabolism in development and childhood cancer. We use high-throughput metabolomics, isotope tracing, single-cell and spatial multiomics, and preclinical models to define metabolic programs that regulate mammalian development and determine how these programs are disrupted in metabolic disorders and pediatric cancers.
Our laboratory integrates cutting-edge approaches in metabolomics, genomics and computational biology. We have established in-house LC-MS- and GC-MS-based metabolomics and isotope-tracing platforms and combine these capabilities with single-cell technologies, genetic mouse models, and clinically relevant disease models. Our team brings together scientists with diverse backgrounds and perspectives in a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
Potential research directions include:
Responsibilities
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Identifying metabolic vulnerabilities and biomarkers in pediatric cancers and determining how metabolic adaptation influences therapeutic response
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Defining metabolic deficiencies and therapeutic opportunities in metabolic and neurodevelopmental disorders
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Developing high-throughput mass spectrometry approaches and computational pipelines to model metabolic perturbations and identify disease-associated metabolic programs
Training and career development:
Benefits
We are committed to helping each trainee develop scientific independence through individualized mentorship and a highly collaborative research environment. Fellows are encouraged to develop their own research directions and build the skills needed for their next career stage. Joining our lab provides a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of metabolism, advanced technologies, and clinically relevant disease models while developing both scientific depth and a broad interdisciplinary perspective.
Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree with a strong background in metabolism, biochemistry, molecular biology, development biology, cancer biology, and/or a related field. The ideal candidate will demonstrate independence, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and a strong record of scientific productivity. Previous experience in metabolomics, mouse genetics, and/or computational biology is strongly preferred but not required.
Hiring process
Interested candidates should send a CV, a brief cover letter describing their research interests and career goals, and a list of three references to Dr. Min Ni.
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