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Postdoctoral Research Associate
Job in
Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, 68102, USA
Listed on 2026-08-14
Listing for:
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-08-14
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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: 2026 - 284 Department Cellular/Integrative Physiology Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule 8:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m.
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 08/10/2026
Position Qualification
Position Summary
A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Mabruka Alfaidi in the Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
The Alfaidi Lab studies vascular cell signaling and the role of molecular and genetic mechanisms in phenotypic changes associated with cardiopulmonary vascular disease.
The successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research, analyze and interpret data, develop new research directions, and prepare scientific manuscripts under the guidance of the Principal Investigator.
This position also offers advanced training to support scientific independence and career development, including opportunities to mentor students and contribute to a collaborative research environment.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD or MD/PhD in vascular biology, pulmonary hypertension, or a closely related biomedical field.
Applicants should have prior research experience in pulmonary vascular disease or related areas, with demonstrated expertise in several of the following techniques:
* Endothelial cell culture.
* Animal models of cardiovascular diseases.
* Western blotting and qPCR.
* Immunohistochemistry.
* Single-cell sequencing and ATAC-seq.
* Statistical analysis of experimental data.
Candidates with previous experience in animal models of pulmonary or atherosclerotic diseases are particularly encouraged to apply.
The ideal applicant will have experience presenting research findings at local, national, or international meetings and contributing to manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed scientific journals.
The successful candidate should be self-motivated, able to manage multiple projects, work independently, and maintain professionalism in a collaborative research setting.
Supplemental Qualifications
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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