A postdoctoral position is available in Dr. Jacqueline Ho’s Laboratory in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics to investigate the pathways underlying kidney fibrosis in chronic kidney disease, and the impact of environmental insults on kidney development and long-term kidney health. We are looking for a recent or imminent Ph.D. graduate with experience in kidney research, developmental biology, molecular biology, and/or genetics with effective oral and written communication skills. The ability to work with mouse models is required. The successful individual will be a collaborative, friendly, and motivated individual who works well in a team and is committed to independently exploring their own ideas.  Postdocs interested in pursuing academic faculty positions will be provided the freedom, flexibility, and mentoring to develop their own independent research program.

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