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In our 80-year legacy, Southern Research has helped shape modern cancer treatments, including developing seven FDA-approved drugs and testing more than half of active chemotherapies in the United States. Every layer of our team of scientific and professional staff serves a fundamental role in moving science.

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Lexie Lehmann

Head of Growth Strategy

“I joined Southern Research because I was really intrigued by the new vision. The passion for this work was palpable and I knew immediately that it was something I wanted to be a part of too.”
Lehmann joined Southern Research in 2022 after working at Ed Farm. She moved to Birmingham from New York City in 2020 through a Venture for America fellowship.

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Southern Research offers competitive and comprehensive benefits for our employees and their families.

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Tuition Assistance

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19+ Days Paid & Personal Time

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10 Paid Holidays

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On-site gym

“My work in our BSL-3 facility has offered opportunities to grow. We each contribute individual skills that complement the team, and we do a very a very good job of working together.”

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Enatra Hale

Biosafety Specialist

“I’ve been at Southern Research for 21 years. What inspires me the most about working at here is that we’re making a difference and having an impact on the world - as individuals and teams. As cliché as it sounds, it’s just so inspiring to be a part of something bigger.”

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LaVinia Ray

Associate Director of Operational Controls & Compliance Services

“Southern Research has allowed me to cultivate expertise in many facets of safety. I get to collaborate with teams across the organization and I most enjoy getting the chance to work with truly brilliant scientific minds. Given the nature and variety of our work, it’s been a great opportunity to grow as a young professional.”

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Samuel Blunt

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

“Southern Research has supported me by allowing me to focus on goals we have as a team and continue my own personal growth. The most important part of our team culture is that we’re all working for the same goal- towards making Southern Research, Birmingham and the region better.”

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Erin Luea

Senior Scientist - Toxicology

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Kristin Garrett

Special Projects Manager

“I’m thrilled to be part of an organization that prioritizes stewarding a healthy community for our employees, neighbors and partners.”

A Birmingham native, Garrett grew up with a strong desire to serve the community by reducing health disparities. She received a Master of Public Health in Urban Health from Northeastern University and joined Southern Research in 2022.

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The Magic City

Booming iron and steel production gave rise to the city in the late 1800’s. Today Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama, with a metropolitan population of nearly a million people. The city now offers history, culture, industry and outdoor pursuits – home to several James Beard Foundation award-winning restaurants, museums for civil rights, aviation, motorsports and modern art, and is among the most biodiverse ecosystems in North America.

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