Postdoctoral Fellow Position: Kidney Development, Injury, Regeneration, & Aging Research

The laboratory of Dr. Sunder Sims-Lucas in the University of Maryland School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics is seeking an initiative-taking and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellow to join a dynamic and productive research team focused on understanding kidney health and disease across the lifespan. Our research program spans a broad spectrum of kidney biology, from maternal and developmental reprogramming to acute and chronic kidney injury, regeneration, and kidney aging. We are particularly interested in identifying metabolic pathways, therapeutic targets, and molecular mechanisms that drive healthy kidney function and contribute to kidney disease. We are a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-energy laboratory that combines cutting-edge approaches in molecular biology, physiology, metabolism, and translational science to advance novel therapies for kidney disease. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop independent projects while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and trainees.

Research Areas

• Kidney development and maternal reprogramming Acute and chronic kidney injury Kidney aging and senescence Renal metabolism and bioenergetics Therapeutic discovery and translational kidney research Mechanisms underlying healthy and diseased kidneys

Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree in a relevant biological or biomedical science discipline A strong publication record or evidence of research productivity Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable:

• Molecular biology Renal physiology Biochemistry and metabolism Histology and imaging Cell culture and organoid systems Animal models of disease Omics and bioinformatics approaches

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative research environment; access to state-of-the-art core facilities and technologies Opportunities for career development, mentorship, and scientific leadership Participation in impactful translational research aimed at improving outcomes for patients with kidney disease

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit:

1. A current Curriculum Vitae (CV); a 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*