Postdoctoral Scholar in Stem Cell and Craniofacial Skeletal Biology

A fully funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Christine Hong in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Washington School of Dentistry.

Our NIH-funded research program investigates the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating craniofacial skeletal development, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) homeostasis, cartilage regeneration, and skeletal mechanobiology.

The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment with opportunities to work alongside experts in stem cell biology, craniofacial development, bioengineering, genomics, biomechanics, and regenerative medicine.

Research Areas

Projects may include:

- Craniofacial mesenchymal stem cell biology

- Cartilage and bone regeneration

- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) biology and osteoarthritis

- Mouse genetic models and lineage tracing

- Single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics

- Skeletal mechanobiology and functional loading models

- Gene therapy and biologic drug development

- Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine

- Translational studies utilizing human and animal tissues

Successful candidates will possess experience with one or more of the following: 

- Mouse models, mouse breeding, and animal surgery

- Histology and immunohistochemistry

- Cell culture and stem cell biology

- Molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, Western blotting)

- Flow cytometry

- Confocal microscopy

- Single-cell genomics

- Bioinformatics and transcriptomic analysis

- Gene delivery systems

- Musculoskeletal or cartilage biology

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Salary range:

$5,705/monthly 

Qualifications

- PhD, DDS/PhD, DMD/PhD, MD/PhD in biology or related fields

- Strong publication record

Interested applicants should submit:

- Curriculum vitae

- 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.