Summary
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is recruiting a Research Scientist to join Dr. Francisco Robles’ Optical Imaging and Spectroscopy (OIS) Lab within the Department of Imaging Sciences. This faculty-level scientist role focuses on developing label-free optical imaging, computational microscopy, and AI-enabled analysis to drive translational imaging solutions across clinical and preclinical applications.
Designation
Research Scientist
Research Area
- Optical imaging and spectroscopy
- Computational microscopy and reconstruction
- AI/ML for imaging
- Handheld and point-of-care imaging systems
- Rapid cytology/hematology (DUV microscopy)
- Longitudinal, noninvasive imaging of 3D models (organoids)
Location
Memphis, Tennessee — St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Department of Imaging Sciences
Eligibility / Qualification
- Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific area is required.
- PhD in biomedical engineering, electrical/computer engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, biology, or related discipline is preferred.
- Minimum experience:
- Eight (8) years relevant work experience with a bachelor’s degree
- Six (6) years relevant work experience with a master’s degree
- Three (3) years relevant work experience with a PhD
- Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts.
- Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, and handling large imaging datasets.
- Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Expertise
- Optical system design, microscopy, and instrumentation
- Computational imaging, inverse problems, and optimization
- Machine learning / AI applied to imaging
- Laser-based imaging and nonlinear optics
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Cell culture and preclinical models
Job Description
The Research Scientist will lead an independent research project within the OIS Lab, working with mentorship and collaborative teams across imaging and clinical groups. Primary responsibilities include:
- Designing and developing next-generation handheld or probe-based systems for in vivo clinical imaging.
- Building computational reconstruction and real-time processing pipelines for imaging systems.
- Creating and applying AI-enabled analysis for image interpretation and quantification.
- Developing point-of-care imaging solutions and rapid DUV microscopy methods for cytology and hematology.
- Performing longitudinal, noninvasive imaging of organoids and other 3D models to support translational workflows.
- Overseeing cell culture workflows and preclinical research protocols as required.
- Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and presenting findings to internal and external audiences.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated salary range: $86,320 – $154,960 per year. Actual compensation will depend on skills, experience, training, and other factors. St. Jude offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the St. Jude careers portal. St. Jude does not accept unsolicited search firm submissions — please do not call or email about this position.
Last Date for Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; the position may remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Practices
St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a human-centered hiring experience. Technology may support parts of the process, but recruiting decisions involve human review. Learn more on the St. Jude website about hiring transparency and benefits.
