University of Nebraska Medical Center

EEO Statement: 

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

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number: 2024 - 317

Department Int Med GI 50001304

Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine

FTE: 

100

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule TBD by supervisor and responsibilities

Requisition Category Research - Academic

Requisition Title Postdoctoral Research Associate/Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Job Title/Academic Rank Postdoctoral Research Associate/Gastroenterology and Hepatology

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 09/04/2024

Position Summary 

Position Announcement: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our research team working on the systemic effects of the human digestive tract microbiome. The position is available immediately and involves working with existing datasets, including metagenomes and metabolomics profiles. The candidate will also play a key role in acquiring new datasets through participation in human clinical studies and trials. The laboratory is part of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and is affiliated with the Frederick F. Paustian IBD Center, both at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and interpret multi-omics datasets, with a focus on understanding the biological pathways involved.
• Contribute to human clinical studies and trials, including sample collection, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Present research findings at national conferences and contribute to manuscript preparation and grant writing.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute to the overall research goals of the laboratory.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree is required.
• Proven expertise in bioinformatics, coding languages, and statistical analysis tools.
• A deep understanding of biological pathways and systems biology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software for data visualization and presentation.
• A track record of first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in conducting bench or human studies is preferred.

Application Information:

Interested candidates should apply at: https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/88347

We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Required Qualifications 

Ph.D.

Supplemental Qualifications 

• Proven expertise in bioinformatics, coding languages, and statistical analysis tools.
• A deep understanding of biological pathways and systems biology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software for data visualization and presentation.
• A track record of first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in conducting bench or human studies is preferred.

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 

Full extent of working environment TBD by research and teaching activity

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving Over 5 hours

Kneeling Not Applicable

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Up to 2 hours

Standing Up to 2 hours

Squatting Occasionally

Walking Up to 2 hours

Atmospheric No

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards Yes

Working on or around moving machinery No

Electrical current No

Noise No

Changes of temperature/humidity Yes

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals No

Radiation 

Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain 

Full extent of working exposures TBD by research and teaching activity.

Fine Manipulation yes - both

Repetitive Motion yes - both

Grasping yes - both

If you selected any area above, please explain 

Full extent of hand/wrist involvement TBD by research and teaching activity.

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

EEO Statement 

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. 

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