Manager Scientific Research

The CAGE has three missions:

Facilitate investigator-initiated genome editing projects using CRISPR Technology Perform independent R&D to evaluate and develop new genome editing techniques Assist the gene and cell therapy programs at St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital

As Manager you will oversee a dynamic team of researchers drive operational excellence and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. You will ensure projects run efficiently resources are optimized and scientific goals are met with the highest standards of quality and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of at least 3 scientific staff providing mentorship and professional development
• Develop and track performance metrics to enable data-driven decision-making
• Manage vendor interactions and assist in budgetary planning and decisions
• Partner with investigators to design and implement genome editing strategies
• Oversee day-to-day operations of genome engineering projects and ensure timely delivery
• Drive process improvements and champion continuous improvement across workflows
• Maintain a service-oriented approach to support institutional research needs
• Represent the team in meetings and communicate progress to leadership
• Foster a positive inclusive and high-performance culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with cell culture (experience with iPSC ESC or HSCs a plus)
• Strong knowledge of molecular biology and genome editing techniques (CRISPR experience preferred)
• Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience with project management and resource allocation
• Proven ability to inspire motivate and develop teams
• Track record of managing complex workflows and delivering results
• Takes initiative and accountability for outcomes
• Thrives under pressure and can prioritize tasks based on team needs
• Excited by challenges and committed to staying on the cutting edge of science
• Dedicated to supporting investigators and advancing institutional goals
• Take pride in a job well done and instills that mindset within the team
• Demonstrated experience directly managing a multi-person team including responsibility for hiring and performance management.
• Proven track record of developing staff through mentorship professional growth opportunities and strategic team-building initiatives.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required.

Minimum Experience:

• 7 years of experience in relevant technical field (industry or academia) is required with a Bachelors degree..
• 5 years of experience in relevant technical field is required with a Masters degree.
• 2 years of experience in relevant technical field is required with a PhD.
• Experience managing at least 1-2 people preferred.
• Extensive experience leading projects/processes end to end including resource planning and management and communication and collaboration with internal cross-functional teams and external partners preferred.
• Experience leading and mentoring teams preferred.
• Proven performance in earlier role/comparable role.

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