Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Omaha, NE
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2025 - 214
Department Surgery-Cardiothoracic Surgery 50003926
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine
FTE:100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule M-F 8-5 w/occasional evenings/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 07/07/2025Position QualificationPosition SummaryThe Department of Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center has an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position. Applicants must have a PhD degree with an emphasis in biochemistry, neonatology, biology or related field. This individual will conduct bench and translational cardiovascular research that will utilize in vitro and in vivo models of congenital heart defects. This individual will complete projects that require expertise in iPSC biology and derivation of terminal cell types, methods of molecular biology, gene transfer, gene editing, biochemistry, cell biology, cell culture, and vertebrate animal models, including genetically-engineered mice. The work will include generation, characterization, and validation of induced pluripotent stem cell lines. The projects will be directed by Dr. Ram Subramanyan. An emphasis will be placed on laboratory technical expertise, scientific experimental design, problem-solving abilities, collaborative skills, communication skills (written and oral), and grantsmanship. Prepares papers and grant proposals relating to this work and may present at conferences. The individual will work with other interdisciplinary team members to perform multifunctional studies. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience. Applications are now being accepted online at https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/93261.
Required QualificationsPhD. Expertise will be necessary in stem cell biology, and methods of molecular biology, gene transfer, gene editing, biochemistry, cell culture, and vertebrate animal models, including genetically-engineered mice.
Supplemental QualificationsWorking 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 2-5 hours
Squatting Occasionally
Walking OccasionallyEXPOSURESAtmospheric Yes
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards Yes
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current Yes
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 explainThe position will encounter hazards associated with working in a laboratory such as biohazardous materials and fluids stemming from tissues and cells. PPE required are gloves, lab coat, and masking as recommended by occupational health assessments for work in the dry lab and in animal facilities.Hand/WristsFine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping Both
If you selected any area above, please explainExperiments involve methods of dissection or surgical techniques that require repetitive grasping of tools (e.g., forceps and micropipettes) and fine manipulation to harvest tissues and cells.AddtionalDescribe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents * C.V.
- Cover Letter