Clinical Research Scientist - Psychology & Biobehavioral Sciences

The Clinical Research Scientist I focuses on one or more specific scientific endeavor, collaborating with a diverse and interdisciplinary community of faculty, project coordinators, clinical research associates, and investigators to design, implement, and publish innovative research with meaningful clinical impact.

The Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital invites applications for a full-time Clinical Research Scientist. Join a world-class team dedicated to improving cognitive and biobehavioral health outcomes for children treated for catastrophic disease and their families.

As a Clinical Research Scientist, you will collaborate with a diverse and interdisciplinary community of faculty, project coordinators, clinical research associates, and investigators to design, implement, and publish innovative research with meaningful clinical impact.

Primary Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the lead faculty member, you will contribute to a wide range of research activities, including:

• Designing and implementing innovative study protocols

• Conducting literature reviews and statistical analyses

• Developing and testing cognitive and neurobehavioral measures

• Drafting manuscripts and contributing to grant applications

• Engaging in translational and intervention-based clinical research

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have experience leveraging digital technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence and virtual reality) for assessment and intervention aimed at enhancing cognitive and behavioral outcomes in pediatric and neurodevelopmental populations. A strong background in developmental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or related fields is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clinical research design and implementation activities.

• Anticipate project needs to ensure timely and efficient study execution.

• Develop, refine, and oversee study protocols and data collection procedures while ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.

• Oversee/coordinate engagement with study participants and related outcomes.

• Analyze, interpret, and communicate research findings through manuscripts, presentations, and reports.

• Manage multiple concurrent studies with a focus on data integrity and scientific rigor.

• Assist with the management of large, multidisciplinary research operations and the instruction of research staff.

• Coordinate communication with principal investigators across multiple sites to anticipate, clarify, and address needs for efficient conduct of research.

• Contribute to the development of new grant proposals and funding opportunities to expand departmental research initiatives.

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and institutional objectives.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• MD or PhD in relevant scientific field required.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum Requirement: 2+ prior relevant and productive research experience in clinical/population-based outcomes and health behavior research.
• Experience in study design methodology, protocol development, study conduct, and analysis.
• Experience working in a project-oriented matrixed team environment preferred.
• Proven performance in earlier role.

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 $86,320 - $154,960 per year for the role of Clinical Research Scientist - Psychology & Biobehavioral Sciences.

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