Gastroenterology and Hepatology Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Nebraska Medical Center, United States

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Location: Omaha, NEBRASKA

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Posted: 17-Apr-25

Location: Omaha, Nebraska

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Academic/Faculty
Medical - Research

Internal Number: 91621


Requisition Number: 2025 - 103

Business Unit: College of Medicine

Department: Int Med GI 50001304

Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular

Position Summary:


Position Announcement: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the research team of Dr. Izard, working on the systemic effects of the human digestive tract microbiome. The position is available immediately. The project funds are secured and from a non-federal source. The position involves applying bioinformatic and statistical tools to existing multidimensional datasets, including metagenomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic datasets, metadata, and data from biochemical assays. The candidate will also play a key role in planning and acquiring new datasets through involvement in the design and analysis of 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:
  • Apply best practices in biocomputing and statistical methods to multi-omics datasets, with a focus on interpreting 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, with a preference for microbiological pathways and communities.
  • 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/91621

    • Required Qualifications:


    Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree is required.

    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.

    Salary Range: Salary Commensurate with Experience


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