Senior Scientist (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead aerobiology projects. You will design and perform controlled aerosol experiments, interpret results, and develop new technologies in collaboration with the PI.

The role includes training students and pursuing funding opportunities. Applicants should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience in a lab setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering or related field
• 3 years of scientific experience in research or clinical lab setting
• Knowledge of aerobiology and aerosol instrumentation and methods
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct controlled aerobiology experiments to understand biological aerosols
• Design, perform and interpret experiments and develop novel technologies
• Collaborate with PI and other groups; train graduate students
• Help develop new funding opportunities and manage multiple projects

Skills

Aerobiology

Aerosol instrumentation

Molecular biology

PCR

Immunoassay

Independent work

Project management

Scientific communication

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

GraphPad

Job description

Senior Scientist (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

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_15053

Department

Business Unit

Business Unit College of Medicine

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; With some evening/weekend work due to research project

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

POSTING FOR UNMC EMPLOYEES ONLY

Trained microbiologist or engineer with extensive experience in aerosol science, specifically aerobiology, is required to lead and conduct experiments aimed at understanding the behavior of biological aerosols. Designs, performs and interprets controlled aerobiology experiments, designing and employing novel technologies. Participates in collaborative studies with other groups, training of graduate students, and lab meetings. Collaborates with the PI and others to develop new funding, both internal and external. Conducts other operational duties as assigned.

Working Title Senior Scientist (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

Job Title

Job Title Research/Ag Specialist

Salary Grade

Salary Grade RA24S

Appointment Type

Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY

Salary Range

Salary Range $72,800 - $109,200/annual

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 10/19/2026

Application Review Date

Application Review Date 11/01/2026

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:

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)

Biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering, or related 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 and understanding of aerobiology and aerosol instrumentation and methods
• Familiarity with aseptic technique, microbiology practices and basic molecular biology techniques including viral and bacterial cultivation, cell culture, PCR and immunoassay
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to effectively manage work on several projects and balance priorities, based on PIs direction and project deadlines

Preferred Education:

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

Biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering, or related 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:

• Ability and interest in enhancing professional knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of projects.
• Experience in animal research and husbandry

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