Postdoctoral Research Associate

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

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:	2024 - 144
Department	Anesthesiology 50000508
Business Unit(College/Institute)	College of Medicine
FTE:	100
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Requisition Category	Research - Academic
Requisition Title	Postdoctoral Research Associate
Job Title/Academic Rank	Postdoctoral Research Associate
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type	A1 - REG OTHER ACAD SAL
Salary Range	Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category	Professional Non-Faculty (Includes Other Academic)
Job Requisition Begin Date	04/19/2024

Position Qualification

Position Summary	A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available immediately in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska, to work on an NIH-funded grant in the area of HIV infection, drug addiction, and neuroinflammation. The emphasis is on delineating the role of HIV and substance abuse on neuroinflammation and possible therapeutics using in vitro and in vivo mouse models. In addition, the successful candidate will also study the role of extracellular vesicles (exosomes) in various diseases and therapeutics. Several high-throughput “omics” approaches will also be applied. The successful candidate will work with a newly established investigator and will receive significant mentoring in manuscript/grant writing, including training junior trainees.
Required Qualifications	Ph.D. in Biological Sciences Experience in one or more of the research approaches described in the position summary. Preference will be given to candidates with Pre/Postdoctoral research experience in neuroscience, pharmacology, and physiology.
Supplemental Qualifications	Candidates should be well experienced in handling rodents. Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Graphpad Prism, and Microsoft Office is essential. Strong organizational and communications skills, and the ability to work independently and in a group setting is expected.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.	Lab environment
Other working environment	N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting	Occasionally
Crawling	Not Applicable
Driving	Not Applicable
Kneeling	Occasionally
Reaching	Occasionally
Sitting	Up to 2 hours
Standing	Up to 2 hours
Squatting	Occasionally
Walking	Up to 2 hours

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric	No
Blood/body fluids	Yes
Chemical hazards	Yes
Working on or around moving machinery	No
Electrical current	No
Noise	No
Changes of temperature/humidity	No
Wear PPE	No
Work with laboratory animals	Yes
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools	No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain	Working with lab animals for research projects.

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation	Yes, both
Repetitive Motion	Yes, both
Grasping	Yes, both
If you selected any area above, please explain	Fine manipulation, repetitive motion and grasping are needed to assist in research projects.

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

C.V.

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have, or will you possess in the near future, a Doctoral degree in the area(s) identified in this posting?
- Yes
- No
* If you have not yet graduated, can you provide an enrollment verification or enrollment certificate with expected graduation date from your university or institution? This can be uploaded as "other document"
- Yes
- No
* If you do not yet have the degree required for this position, what is your expected graduation date?
(Open Ended Question)
* How many published articles do you have?
(Open Ended Question)
* Of these published articles, how many are you first-author
(Open Ended Question)
* Please enter the name of your doctoral degree-granting institution.
(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of postgraduate research experience do you have as of the date you are submitting this application?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please select one of the following:
- I am a U.S. citizen
- I am a non-citizen national of the U.S.
- I am a permanent resident (green card holder)
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status
* How did you hear about this position?
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- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
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* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)