Instructor

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 - 149
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	05/12/2025

Position Qualification

Position Summary	The Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking qualified candidates for a Research Instructor position. The research of our laboratory is focused on understanding the role of substances during HIV/SIV infection in nonhuman primate model using molecular biology, virology, immunology, systems biology, approaches. We are looking for self-motivated individual to work mainly in understanding HIV/SIV pathogenesis/cure/ substance abuse using non-human primate (NHP) models. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, self-driven, have a passion for research and a deep interest in contributing to existing programs, as well as to develop their own research program. Under minimal supervision, this position is responsible for designing and conducting research studies related to ongoing NIH/Industry funded projects in the laboratory. Responsibilities include: Write and submit scientific publications for peer-reviewed journals, assist in grant writing. Train graduate and postdoctoral fellows, and work with technicians to complete research projects. Communicates study results in public setting, such as conferences, etc. Design experiments, conduct original research, and perform data analysis. Remain abreast of changes and developments in the field of research. Establish and maintain a network of professional relationships. High-level knowledge of and extensive experience, in standard research protocols in molecular biology, virology, cellular immunology, neurovirology and experience in handling large and small animals required. Candidates must have a strong publication record and should have very good oral and written communication skills. Candidate should also be able to demonstrate experience maintaining organized data, working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, conceptualizing and prioritizing objectives and exercising independent judgment. Advanced theoretical understanding of work being performed required. Please apply at https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/92318 and include your C.V., cover letter, three letters of recommendation.
Required Qualifications	Ph.D. in scientific field or DVM, MD or MBBS
Supplemental Qualifications	Applicants must have completed all the requirements for their Doctoral degree at the time of application. Preference with a degree in DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine), PHD or MD or MBBS. Extensive practical hands-on experience with NHP handling desired. Prior experience in infectious disease research, immunology, and molecular biology and published work in peer-reviewed journals. Deep understanding of HIV/SIV reservoirs is needed plus strong motivation to harness this knowledge for drug discovery. Must show evidence of training in molecular biology techniques and experience in cell culture, immunoassays, and quantitative PCR methods. Extensive working experience using flow cytometry/imaging/ spatial transcriptomics/MRI/PET/CT preferred. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications and contingent upon receipt of funding.

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.	Office environment, Lab environment, Animal facility
Other working environment	NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

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

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric	No
Blood/body fluids	Yes
Chemical hazards	Yes
Working on or around moving machinery	No
Electrical current	No
Noise	No
Changes of temperature/humidity	Yes
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 in BSL-2, BSL-3 laboratories

Hand/Wrists

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

Addtional

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

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

C.V.
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Other Doc

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a PhD degree in the field identified in this posting?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
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* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)