Assistant Director, Genomics Core

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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:  Department VCR Cores  Business Unit Vice Chancellor for Research Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Weekends if Applicable Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity Position Summary

The Assistant Director of the Genomics Core Facility must have familiarity with a with broad experience in genomic sequencing approaches. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Genomics Core Facility (GFC) Scientific Director as well as interact routinely with UNMC investigators, scientists, graduate students, industry representatives, service technicians, as well as other key academic and industry collaborators to assist researchers in all stages of projects, including initial consultation, design, development, and analysis of experiments.

The Assistant Director coordinates the activities of core staff, manages databases and core website, participates in billing/budget operations, presents GCF project development and core progress in campus-wide seminars, assists in applications for external funding, and represents the GCF at specialized courses and conferences. Responsible for day-to-day management of the Core. Leads long-term projects. Creates new processes and procedures to address complex scientific problems.

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Additional Information

Posting Category Research - Non Academic Working Title Assistant Director, Genomics Core Job Title Manager, Research/Ag Salary Grade RA25S Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY Salary Range $81,700 - $130,700/annual Job

Requisition Begin Date 07/09/2026 Application Review Date 07/17/2026 Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and

Preferred Qualifications

Required

Education:

Bachelor's degree If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (

NOTE:

Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Molecular Biology and/or Genomics relevant field.

(Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required Experience 5 years If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience with molecular biology, genomics, and/or Next Generation Sequencing to include experience with sample and library preparation, protocol optimization, instrument usage and maintenance, and sample quality control.

(Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required License No If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? Required Computer Applications:
Not Applicable Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, the ability to work well in a collaborative research environment, and well-developed critical thinking and analytical skills are required.

Knowledge and understanding of genomic principles.

Familiar with standard lab practices.

Strong communication skills.

Work independently and productively.

Knowledge of basic lab skills and procedures.

Preferred Education:

Master's degree or equivalent If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Training in molecular biology, genomics, and Next Generation Sequencing.

Preferred Experience:

Molecular biology and/or next generation sequencing, with working knowledge of genetic variant detection, transcriptomics, and epigenomics on Illumina platforms, the use of Nanostring technology, and single-cell 'omics, Management of shared resources and with a proven ability to implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. as well as supervision of staff and/or students and overall laboratory management.

Preferred License:
No If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Data analysis software applications Preferred Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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