Senior Scientist

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to lead innovative efforts in assessing the molecular epidemiology of bacterial pathogens. This role involves collaboration with clinical laboratories and faculty, contributing to diagnostic test development, and analyzing complex data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in microbiology and infectious diseases, with excellent communication skills to convey findings effectively. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing healthcare through scientific research in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Microbiology or related field required.
• 3 years of scientific experience in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts in molecular epidemiology of bacterial pathogens.
• Coordinate pathogen collection and collaborate with labs.

Skills

Microbiology knowledge

Infectious disease methodology

Data analysis

Technical writing

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Microbiology

PhD in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

GraphPad

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: Staff_13911

Department

Business Unit

Business Unit College of Medicine

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

The Individual will lead efforts to support a new program assessing the molecular epidemiology of bacterial pathogens at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine. This will include pathogen collection via coordination with the clinical microbiology laboratory at Nebraska Medicine, collaboration with scientists at the Nebraska Public Health Laboratory and faculty within the Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, and eventual interpretation of data and communication with Healthcare Epidemiology at Nebraska Medicine. Further duties includes providing support for bacteriological and viral diagnostic test development for the Emerging Pathogens Laboratory at UNMC and ongoing studies with faculty in the Division of Infectious Diseases.

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:

Required Education: Master's degree or equivalent

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Microbiology, Biology, or related scientific field

(Will consider related PhD and one year of related experience)

Required Experience

Required Experience 3 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Scientific experience in research or clinical laboratory setting.

(Will consider related PhD and one year of related experience)

Required License

Required License No

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?

Required Computer Applications:

Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook

Required Other Computer Applications:

Required Other Computer Applications: GraphPad

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of microbiology and infectious disease methodology and techniques.
• Highly innovative and organized.
• Proficient in executing multiple, simultaneous projects in a time-efficient manner.
• Ability to analyze, document and interpret scientific and statistical data.
• Able to author technical papers, reports, or program plans for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Education:

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Microbiology, biology, or related scientific field

Preferred Experience:

• Four or more years scientific experience in research or clinical laboratory setting.
• Postdoctoral training.

Preferred License:

Preferred License: No

If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:

Preferred Computer Applications:

Preferred Other Computer Applications:

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled in of microbiology and infectious disease methodology and techniques, including DNA sequencing. Able to conduct Staphylococcus related research.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in an environment of collaboration and tight deadlines.
• Experience in grant application process.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a minimum of a Master's degree in Microbiology, Biology or related scientific field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of one year Scientific experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have a minimum of one year Scientific experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you proficient in GraphPad?
  • 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)

• * 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
Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

For questions regarding application, please contact UNMC Staffing at [e-mail]