Senior Scientist; UNMC
Listed on 2026-10-22
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:
Requisition Number:
Department
Business Unit
Business Unit College of Medicine
Reg-Temp
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule
Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM;
With some evening/weekend work due to research project
Remote/Telecommuting
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
POSTING FOR UNMC EMPLOYEES ONLY
Trained microbiologist or engineer with extensive experience in aerosol science, specifically aerobiology, is required to lead and conduct experiments aimed at understanding the behavior of biological aerosols. Designs, performs and interprets controlled aerobiology experiments, designing and employing novel technologies. Participates in collaborative studies with other groups, training of graduate students, and lab meetings. Collaborates with the PI and others to develop new funding, both internal and external.
Conducts other operational duties as assigned.
Working Title Senior Scientist (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)
Job Title
Job Title Research/Ag Specialist
Salary Grade
Salary Grade RA24S
Appointment Type
Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range
Salary Range $72,800 - $109,200/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date
Job Requisition Begin Date 10/19/2026
Application Review Date
Application Review Date 11/01/2026
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:
Required
Education:
Master's degree or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (
NOTE:
Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering, or related field
(Will consider related PhD and one year of related experience)
Required Experience
Required Experience 3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Scientific experience in research or clinical laboratory setting.
(Will consider related PhD and one year of related experience)
Required License
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Required Computer Applications:
Required Computer Applications:
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Other Computer Applications:
Graph Pad
Required Additional
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of aerobiology and aerosol instrumentation and methods
- Familiarity with aseptic technique, microbiology practices and basic molecular biology techniques including viral and bacterial cultivation, cell culture, PCR and immunoassay
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to effectively manage work on several projects and balance priorities, based on PIs direction and project deadlines
Preferred Education:
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Biology, chemistry, environmental or chemical engineering, or related field
Preferred Experience:
- Four or more years scientific experience in research or clinical laboratory setting.
- Postdoctoral training.
Preferred License:
Preferred License:
No
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Preferred Additional
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability and interest in enhancing professional knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Ability to adapt to changing needs of projects.
- Experience in animal research and husbandry
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