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Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2024 - 072
Department MMI Administration Research 50001259
Business Unit(College/Institute) Munroe-Meyer Institute
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Hours to be arranged
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 03/22/2024
Position Summary
The Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) for Genetics and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is currently accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in MMI Administration – Research.
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work in the laboratory of Dr. Jennifer Blackford (principal investigator/PI) to plan, develop, implement, and conduct research projects at the Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The Blackford lab’s research is focused on understanding the neural basis of anxiety and the role of anxiety neurocircuitry in psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders. Projects include ongoing NIAAA-funded research in anxiety neurocircuitry in adults with alcohol use disorders, and new studies of anxiety in children. Postdoctoral Research Associates will have opportunities to advance high-impact research projects in these areas, gain expertise in fellowship/grant/manuscript writing, and hone their critical thinking and presentation skills to prepare for careers in academia. The Blackford lab uses a multi-level and multi-modal approach: we collect measurements across many levels including brain structure and function, physiological stress responses, and behavior. Our long term goal is to use these discoveries to develop new prevention strategies for children at high-risk for developing psychiatric disorders and new treatments for individuals suffering with these disorders. Duties involve research study design, data analyses, and preparation of scholarly products, including peer-reviewed publications, conference abstracts, and extramural grant applications. The Postdoctoral Research Associate is expected to have strong scientific writing skills and excellent communication skills, a good early track record of submitted or published peer-reviewed articles, exceptional organizational skills, ability to work as a team member, and the ability to advise and supervise trainees. Preference will be given to individuals pursuing an academic career who have a strong desire to lead independent projects and publish as a first author.
About MMI:
The Munroe-Meyer Institute is conveniently located off main campus in Aksarben Village near the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Scott Campus. The recently renovated building features an employee gym and access to close parking.
MMI is committed to respect and benefit for all individual reflecting the rich diversity in our culture without preference or exclusion for actual or perceived differences. These differences include ability, age, appearance, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, immigration status, language, nationality, race, religion, sex, sexuality, socio-economic status and other personal identities and experiences.
Individuals from diverse populations are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in an appropriate scientific field (e.g., psychology, neuroscience)
Supplemental Qualifications
1. Proficiency in: experimental design, study implementation, neuroimaging data analysis, and statistical methods.
2. Experience with methods including: functional magnetic resonance imaging, psychophysiology methods (skin conductance and heart rate)
3. Experience with populations including: typically-developing children, children with anxiety disorders, healthy adults, adults with anxiety disorders and/or alcohol use disorders.
5. Experience with programming in languages including Matlab, R, SAS.
6. Experience with development, implementation, and management of clinical/translational research protocols.
7. Broad technical competence; for example, capacity to set-up and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment
Other working environment
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Bending, stooping, twisting 2-5 hours
Crawling Occasionally
Driving Occasionally
Kneeling Occasionally
Reaching 2-5 hours
Sitting 2-5 hours
Standing 2-5 hours
Squatting Occasionally
Walking Up to 2 hours
Atmospheric No
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards No
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current No
Noise No
Changes of temperature/humidity No
Wear PPE Yes
Work with laboratory animals No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools No
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Exposure to saliva, urine and blood for grant collections.
Fine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping Both
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Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.
EEO Statement
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