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Employer
University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC
Location
Omaha, NE
Closing date
Oct 16, 2024
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Other
Organization Type
Corporate
Instructor GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

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: 2023-213 Department Pharmacology/Exp Neuroscience 50000523 Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine FTE: 100 Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule TBD by Research Needs Requisition Category Faculty Requisition Title Instructor Job Title/Academic Rank Instructor Additional Requisition Title Appointment Type L1 - REG SPECIAL FAC/S Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience Job/EEO Category Faculty Job Requisition Begin Date 07/13/2023 Position Qualification

Position Summary The Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is seeking a candidate who will lead and execute research projects on the pathogenesis and treatment of microbial infections focusing primarily on tuberculosis and HIV-1. Prior experience and research activities need to center on small animal studies with primary expertise in treatment modalities. Knowledge of handling infected animals and in assessing toxicology and tissue pathologies is required. The candidate will prepare manuscripts for publication, take care of the day-to-day laboratory operations and assist in training students. The candidate will also coordinate activities of collaborative research projects and present research results at local and national seminars and conferences. Additionally, the candidate will write standard operating procedures and review protocols to be used in the biosafety level 3 laboratories. Experience in imaging flow cytometry, paper, and grant writing is preferred. Experience in murine models of a broad range of infective agents, including Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is preferred

Required Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent degree, and at least 2 years of post-doctoral experience, excellent communication skills, and in-depth knowledge of microbiology, eukaryotic cell culture, macrophage infection with BSL3 pathogens, and animal infections, and sample processing is critical. A minimum of 5 years of research experience in animal handling and drug testing is mandatory.

Supplemental Qualifications Experience in imaging flow cytometry, paper, and grant writing is preferred. Experience in murine models of a broad range of infective agents, including Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is preferred.

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. Lab environment, Animal facility Other working environment NA PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally Crawling Not Applicable Driving Occasionally Kneeling Occasionally Reaching Occasionally Sitting 2-5 hours Standing Up to 2 hours Squatting Not Applicable Walking Up to 2 hours EXPOSURES

Atmospheric Yes Blood/body fluids Yes Chemical hazards Yes Working on or around moving machinery No Electrical current No Noise No Changes of temperature/humidity No Wear PPE Yes Work with laboratory animals Yes Radiation Operating hand/power tools No If you answered yes to any area above, please explain Work with human and animal blood, cell cultures, and live animals infected with TB and TB-HIV-1

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation both Repetitive Motion both Grasping both If you selected any area above, please explain keyboarding, pipetting, mice handling

Addtional

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

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. Applicant Documents Required Documents
  1. C.V.
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Other Doc
Requisition Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have an advanced degree (PhD, EdD)
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * 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
  3. * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
    (Open Ended Question)

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