Postdoctoral Research Associate

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska Medical Center invites applications for three postdoctoral research positions focused on HIV infection, drug abuse, and neuroinflammation. Candidates will work on groundbreaking research with opportunities for professional growth, collaborating within a dynamic team and utilizing state-of-the-art facilities.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Collaborative research environment

Qualifications

• Strong background in neurobiology in the context of neuropathogenesis and inflammation.
• Proficiency in advanced molecular and cellular techniques required.
• Experience in neuronal culturing, microglial analysis, and rodent experiments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct innovative experiments related to HIV, drug abuse, and neuroinflammation.
• Analyze complex mechanisms and contribute to grant applications.
• Write high-impact scientific manuscripts.

Skills

Communication

Independent work ethics

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in biological sciences, biochemistry, immunology, pharmacology, physiology, or pathology

Job description

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

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: 2025 - 200

Department

Business Unit(College/Institute)

Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine

FTE:

100

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule TBD by Research Needs

Requisition Category

Requisition Category Research - Academic

Requisition Title

Requisition Title Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title/Academic Rank

Job Title/Academic Rank Postdoctoral Research Associate

Additional Requisition Title

Appointment Type

Appointment Type A1 - REG OTHER ACAD SAL

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Job/EEO Category Professional Non-Faculty (Includes Other Academic)

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 06/23/2025

Position Qualification

Position Summary

The Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience at the University of Nebraska Medical Center invites applications for three (3) postdoctoral research positions. We are seeking exceptionally motivated and talented individuals to join our dynamic team, dedicated to pioneering research at the intersection of HIV infection, drug abuse, mitochondrial dysfunction, and neuroinflammation.

As part of the cutting-edge research projects, you will advance our understanding of how these factors contribute to neuroinflammation. Responsibilities include designing and conducting innovative experiments, analyzing complex mechanisms, writing high-impact manuscripts, and contributing to competitive grant applications. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth and development within a collaborative and vibrant research environment, providing access to state-of-the-art facilities.

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in neurobiology in the context of neuropathogenesis and inflammation. Proficiency in advanced molecular and cellular techniques, along with experience in neurobiology and a proven track record of scientific excellence is required. Ideal candidates will have experience in critical areas such as neuronal culturing and spine density assessments, microglial functional and structural analysis, and rodent behavioral experiments, cell signaling relating to inflammation, ferroptosis and pyroptosis. Expertise in dysregulated autophagy, mitophagy, and lysosomal dysfunction is desirable.

To succeed in this role, candidates must demonstrate exceptional communication skills, a strong independent work ethics, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Above all, we seek individuals passionate about making groundbreaking contributions to the field of neurobiology.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact in the field, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to advance scientific discovery and improve health outcomes through innovative research.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in biological sciences, biochemistry, immunology, pharmacology, physiology, or pathology.

Supplemental Qualifications

Ability to write manuscripts, give presentations and think independently.

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, Animal facility Other working environment NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving Not Applicable

Kneeling

Kneeling Not Applicable

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Occasionally

Standing

Standing Up to 2 hours

Squatting Occasionally

Walking

Walking Occasionally

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric Yes

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards Yes

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery No

Electrical current

Electrical current No

Noise No

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity No

Wear PPE

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals Yes

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Candidates will be exposed to laboratory chemicals, and centrifuges which would be noisy. Will also be wearing PPE when working with animals (rodents)

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion both

Grasping

Grasping both

If you selected any area above, please explain

Pipetting and keyboarding will involve repetitive motion and grasping

Addtional

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

Required Documents

C.V.

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Other Doc

Resume

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
• * 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
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

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