Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Omaha, NE
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2025 - 259
Department Biochem and Molecular Biology 50000510
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine
FTE:100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule TBD
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 08/29/2025Position QualificationPosition SummaryThe Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) seeks a postdoctoral research associate for the lab of Surinder Batra, PhD and Afshin Salehi, MD, MS, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery and BMB, University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Salehi's lab is at the forefront of research in brain cancer therapeutics. Our work focuses on developing and validating preclinical models for the treatment of neuro-oncological diseases. Dr. Salehi has pioneered a laser interstitial thermal therapy mouse model and previously studied blood-brain barrier breakdown in patient-derived xenograft mouse glioma models. His current focus is on engineering nanoparticles for more targeted laser therapeutics and exploring new drug
discovery for pediatric high-grade gliomas using connectivity mapping. Additionally, we are actively involved in developing a new syngeneic mouse model for research. Our lab is dedicated to devising novel treatments for pediatric high-grade gliomas through new drug trials, the study of the tumor immune microenvironment, and laser therapies. The post-doc will be working on these projects, using new technologies
Required QualificationsPhD in Scientific Field
Supplemental QualificationsPrevious experience with tissue culture, basic molecular and biochemistry assays,
handling mouse lines, histology staining and imaging, and intracranial injections.
Incumbent will apply their technical skills to translational projects that can improve
laser neuro-oncological therapeutics and can be easily applied to clinical setting
leading to clinical trialsWorking Environment & Physical RequirementsWORKING ENVIRONMENTThe 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 environmentNAPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTBending, stooping, twisting Occasionally
Crawling Not Applicable
Driving Not Applicable
Kneeling Occasionally
Reaching Occasionally
Sitting Up to 2 hours
Standing Up to 2 hours
Squatting Occasionally
Walking OccasionallyEXPOSURESAtmospheric 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 No
Work with laboratory animals Yes
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explainPrecautions will be used when working with hazards in the labHand/WristsFine Manipulation both
Repetitive Motion both
Grasping both
If you selected any area above, please explaingeneral lab benchworkAddtionalDescribe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents * C.V.
Optional Documents * Cover Letter