Postdoctoral Research Associate

Requisition Details

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

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

Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number: 2026 - 036 Department Surgery-Transplant 50003933 Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine FTE:

100

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8-5 w/some evenings and weekends 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 01/27/2026

Position Qualification

Position Summary

Develop novel nanofibrous materials for tissue regeneration (i.e., skin) and local drug delivery. Contribute to experimental design and perform in vitro and in vivo experiments. Work closely with the primary investigator to evaluate results and determine scientific direction. Write and edit manuscripts and grant applications for new and continuing research projects in the laboratory. Applications are being accepted on-line at https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/95670.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Biomaterials/ Regenerative Medicine/Drug Delivery

Supplemental Qualifications

Experiences with animal surgery and histology would be an added advantage.

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. Office environment, Lab environment Other working environment

NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

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

EXPOSURES

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

Atmospheric: biohazards, radiation (x-rays), exposure to patients material.

Blood/body fluids: human blood, saliva, plasma, etc. Chemical hazards and PPE used daily in lab setting.

Work with lab animals: research animals (mice, pig, rats).

Operating hand/power tools: medical/lab equipment

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation Both Repetitive Motion Both Grasping Both If you selected any area above, please explain

Operation of medical lab hand tools requires the use of both sets of hands and wrists.

Addtional

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

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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?

• 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)