Dr. Roberts’ research is highly regarded and he has been elected as a fellow of the Academy of the American Association of Clinical Research, to the Society for Pediatric Research, the American Pediatric Society, and American Association of Physicians. He is a passionate mentor and is fully committed to training the next generation of scientists. Dr. Roberts leads a very successful, well-funded team with postdoctoral scientists, graduate students, technologists, senior scientists, and dedicated bioinformaticians. He additionally directs the NCI St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center, and in 2027 will relinquish this role to become president and CEO of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. You will receive outstanding training in the development of scientific thinking and other skills such as grant writing, manuscript writing, and effective presentation, as well as have the freedom to develop your own ideas in a rigorous and supportive environment. Previous postdocs and graduate student trainees have successfully pursued careers as leaders in academia and industry. A list of previous trainees is available upon request.