Postdoctoral Researcher

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

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Who can apply
New grads, no experience needed
Must know
Project management
Work
On-site in Boston
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
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Nov 8, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

The Feng Laboratory at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, an institution affiliated with Harvard Medical School, is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Fellow. The laboratory focuses on understanding mechanisms of podocyte- and tubular-mediated kidney disease by integrating techniques across multiple disciplines.

Topics of Focus

  • Molecular biology
  • Nephrology
  • Bioengineering
  • Physiology

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead one or more projects aligned with career goals and interests.
  • Projects may span rare familial forms of kidney disease, common forms of kidney disease (e.g., diabetic nephropathy), and renal drivers of systemic disease (e.g., salt-sensitive hypertension).
  • Opportunity to learn new skills under close mentorship.

Techniques Utilized

  • Organ-on-a-chip technology
  • Intravital microscopy
  • CRISPR gene editing
  • Stem cell engineering
  • Mass spectrometry

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Doctoral degree
  • Extensive experience working with rats or mouse models
  • Extensive experience in molecular biology and cell culture
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, and project management skills
  • Strong organizational and data management skills

Appointment & Resources

  • Appointment at Harvard Medical School
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources across Harvard Medical School and affiliated hospitals and institutions.

Contact: [email protected]

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