Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Nebraska Medical Center, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: Omaha, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime

Requisition Details
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION


EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2025 - 200
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 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 06/23/2025

Position Qualification


Position Summary
The Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience at the University of Nebraska Medical Center invites applications for three (3) postdoctoral research positions. We are seeking exceptionally motivated and talented individuals to join our dynamic team, dedicated to pioneering research at the intersection of HIV infection, drug abuse, mitochondrial dysfunction, and neuroinflammation.
As part of the cutting-edge research projects, you will advance our understanding of how these factors contribute to neuroinflammation. Responsibilities include designing and conducting innovative experiments, analyzing complex mechanisms, writing high-impact manuscripts, and contributing to competitive grant applications. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth and development within a collaborative and vibrant research environment, providing access to state-of-the-art facilities.
We are looking for candidates with a strong background in neurobiology in the context of neuropathogenesis and inflammation. Proficiency in advanced molecular and cellular techniques, along with experience in neurobiology and a proven track record of scientific excellence is required. Ideal candidates will have experience in critical areas such as neuronal culturing and spine density assessments, microglial functional and structural analysis, and rodent behavioral experiments, cell signaling relating to inflammation, ferroptosis and pyroptosis. Expertise in dysregulated autophagy, mitophagy, and lysosomal dysfunction is desirable.
To succeed in this role, candidates must demonstrate exceptional communication skills, a strong independent work ethics, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Above all, we seek individuals passionate about making groundbreaking contributions to the field of neurobiology.
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact in the field, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to advance scientific discovery and improve health outcomes through innovative research.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in biological sciences, biochemistry, immunology, pharmacology, physiology, or pathology.
Supplemental Qualifications
Ability to write manuscripts, give presentations and think independently.

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