Senior Scientist position in Dr. Victor J. Torres’ Laboratory to study immune response to infection. Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death in children. To confront this, and advance cures and means of prevention, the Department of Host-Microbe Interactions has been created at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The new Department is focused on fundamental research in the areas of antimicrobial resistance, host-microbe interactions, and immunity. A Senior Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Victor J. Torres, the chair of the Department of Host-Microbe Interactions at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Torres lab is interested in dissecting the complex interactions between pathogenic bacteria and the mammalian host. Currently, the lab is studying Staphylococcus aureus and Enterobacter cloacae complex infections. We take advantage of multidisciplinary approaches and combine techniques from bacteriology, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular biology, and immunology with primary tissue culture models and a variety of murine models of infection, to address our favorite questions. Our goal is to understand the basic principles of bacterial pathogenesis to discover targets that could be exploited for the generation of much-needed therapies. We are looking for an exceptional Sr. Scientist to help us lead studies aimed at understanding the immune response to bacterial infections. The individual is expected to lead projects that have both fundamental and translational components. A PhD or equivalent, and extensive postdoctoral research experience are required. Extensive experience with murine models of infection and flow cytometry techniques to assess the immune response to infection is required. Applicants should have a strong publication record, exceptional communication and organizational skills, willingness to work in a team atmosphere, willingness to train juniors scientists, and should have excellent multitasking abilities. Recent notable publications by the Torres lab include: Buckley PT et al. Cell Host & Microbe. 2023 Apr 20:S1931-3128(23)00148-8; Lacey KA et al. Journal of Experimental Medicine. 2023 Jun 5;220(6):e20221086; Dyzenhaus S et al. Cell Host & Microbe. 2023 Feb 8;31(2):228-242.e8; Zwack EE et al. Proceedings of the National Academy of Science. 2022 Aug 2;119(31):e2123017119; Perelman SS et al. Nature Microbiology. 2021 Jun;6(6):731-745; Tam K et al. Journal of Experimental Medicine. 2020 Sep 7;217(9):e20190541; Boguslawski KM et al. Science Advances. 2020 Mar 11;6(11):eaax7515; Keller MD et al. Nature. 2020 Mar;579(7798):260-264; Sause et al. Proceedings of the National Academy of Science. 2019 Jul 2;116(27):13563-13572 Minimum Education and/or Training: Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific area is required Minimum Experience: Ten (10) years relevant post-degree work experience is required Eight (8) years of relevant post-degree work experience is required with a Master's degree Six (6) years of relevant post-degree work experience is required with a PhD Compensation In 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 Senior Scientist-Immunology, Vaccinology, Infection. Explore our exceptional benefits! Diversity, Equity and Inclusion St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world—regardless of race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. Learn more about our history and commitment. Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. 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