Biochemistry Professor

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:	UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location	Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:	2020-034
Department	Biochem and Molecular Biology 50000510
Business Unit(College/Institute)	College of Medicine
FTE:	100
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	TBD
Requisition Category	Faculty
Requisition Title	Biochemistry Professor
Job Title/Academic Rank	Biochemistry Professor
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type	P1 - REG HLTH FAC SAL
Salary Range	Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category	Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date	02/07/2020

Position Qualification

Position Summary	The Department Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is seeking applications from candidates for a faculty position at the level of Professor. Candidates should employ modern developmental, genetic, cellular, molecular, approaches to address questions related to cancer and diseases. We are interested in individuals who apply new and innovative state-of-the-art techniques to address and complement the integrative approaches already ongoing in the department. Priority will be given to candidates with an extramurally funded research program. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to teaching medical and graduate students. Outstanding candidates in all areas of biochemistry will be considered, with special consideration given to investigators who will complement existing strengths of the department, which include cancer, signaling, and structural biology. Candidates must have a Ph.D., M.D. or other equivalent doctoral degree. Highly competitive salary and startup packages, including new state-of-the-art laboratory space, are available. Applications are being accepted online at http://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/49874. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications	Ph.D., M.D. or other equivalent doctoral degree in a scientific field
Supplemental Qualifications	Special emphasis in pancreatic and/or prostate cancer. Expertise in animal models and developmental biology

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	Not Applicable
Crawling	Not Applicable
Driving	Not Applicable
Kneeling	Not Applicable
Reaching	Occasionally
Sitting	2-5 hours
Standing	2-5 hours
Squatting	Occasionally
Walking	Occasionally

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric	Yes
Blood/body fluids	Yes
Chemical hazards	Yes
Working on or around moving machinery	No
Electrical current	No
Noise	No
Changes of temperature/humidity	No
Wear PPE	Yes
Work with laboratory animals	Yes
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools	No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain	All official precautions will be used when working with hazardous materials in the lab setting.

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation	Both
Repetitive Motion	Both
Grasping	Both
If you selected any area above, please explain	general lab benchwork

Addtional

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

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

C.V.

Optional Documents

Cover Letter
Other Doc

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have, or will you possess in the near future, a Doctoral degree in the area(s) identified in this posting?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
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- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
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- Lincoln Journal Star
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* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)