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Global Ophthalmic Health Research Fellow & Project Manager

University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC Omaha, NE
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Global Ophthalmic Health Research Fellow & Project Manager

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

Vaccination Requirement

The University of Nebraska Medicine Center (UNMC) requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all students, staff, and faculty. All employees must be fully vaccinated unless they have requested and been approved for an exemption based on a recognized medical reason, a sincerely held religious belief, or a pre-approved, 100% remote work agreement. Fully vaccinated means having received one dose of a single dose COVID-19 vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or both doses of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccination series (Moderna and Pfizer).


As a prospective and/or a new employee at UNMC, you will be/are required to comply with the UNMC’s vaccination protocol. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers will have five (5) days from the date of hire to provide proof of partial or full vaccination or to request a medical or religious exemption. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers with proof of partial vaccination may have up to thirty-five (35) days from the hire date to be in full compliance with this policy. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers who receive a denial of a request for medical or religious exemption will be given five (5) business days from exemption denial notification date to provide proof of compliance with this policy. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers with no approved exemption who fail to comply with this policy will be separated.

EEO Statement:

UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_12117
Department Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences 50000516
Business Unit College of Medicine
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday; hours TBD
Remote/Telecommuting Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Position Summary
The Research Project Manager in Global Ophthalmic Health will join a collaborative team with multiple projects internationally and domestically. Specifically, our research is related to retinal diseases and inflammatory eye diseases, including infectious and noninfectious diseases in adults and children. Over the past 6 years, our team has characterized ocular findings of Ebola survivors in West Africa and Central Africa. Responsibilities would be to write protocols and implement activities of the assigned sites in Africa. In addition, the individual would provide scientific and technical knowledge and support to research programs. The individual would provide the PI with technical information, communication and recommendations for program growth and future development.
Position Details
Posting Category Research - Non Academic
Working Title Global Ophthalmic Health Research Fellow & Project Manager
Job Title Research/Ag Specialist
Salary Grade RA23S
Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range $55,300 - $83,000/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date 03/30/2023
Application Review Date 04/10/2023
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's degree
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Basic Science or other health related field.
Required Experience 3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Experience with project management to include experience with data collection/management in a research environment.
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Skills and proficiency with statistical software. Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office. Ability to meet specific deadlines.
Able to work independently and in teams.
Preferred Education: Master's degree
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public (MPH or MSPH).
Preferred Experience:
Experience with budgets and documentation to applicable institutions.
Preferred License: No
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications: Statistical Software
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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EEO Statement

EEO Statement

EEO Statement
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. 

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Basic Science or other health related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a minimum of three years experience with project management to include experience with data collection/management in a research environment?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * If you do have a minimum of three years experience with project management to include experience with data collection/management in a research environment, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * How did you hear about this position?
    • Careerlink
    • Employee Referral
    • HERC
    • Indeed
    • Job Fair
    • Lincoln Journal Star
    • Linkedin
    • Omaha World Herald
    • UNMC Job Site
    • Facebook
    • NEWorks
    • Handshake
    • Other
  6. * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents


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    Full-time Employee
    Date Posted March 30, 2023
    Requisition Staff_12117
    Located In Omaha, NE
    Job Type Full-time Employee
    SOC Category 00-0000.00
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