The laboratory of Dr. Sunder Sims-Lucas at the University of Maryland School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics is seeking an initiative-taking Postdoctoral Fellow to join a dynamic research program focused on kidney biology across the lifespan. Our research spans maternal and developmental reprogramming, kidney injury and repair, renal metabolism, therapeutic discovery, and kidney aging.

We are a fast-paced, collaborative, and highly productive laboratory dedicated to understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive kidney health and disease and translating these discoveries into novel therapies.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in a relevant biomedical discipline
• A strong interest in kidney biology and translational research
• Enthusiasm for scientific discovery and collaborative research
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Molecular biology
• Physiology
• Biochemistry
• Histology and imaging
• Cell biology
• Animal models
• Omics technologies and data analysis

The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop independent research projects, publish in leading journals, compete for fellowship funding, and contribute to innovative translational kidney research.

To Apply

Please submit:

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Brief statement of research interests and career goals
• Contact information for three references

*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled*

Contact

Chelsea Gaines

Executive Assistant

University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital

Email: mcgaines@som.umaryland.edu