Post Doc Research Fellow - Neuroscience - Full Time

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Location
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:
Requisition Number: 2026 - 312
Department
Department Pediatrics Neurology 50000639
Business Unit(College/Institute)
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule
Work Schedule TBD
Requisition Category
Requisition Category Research - Academic
Requisition Title
Requisition Title Postdoctoral Research Associate
Job Title/Academic Rank
Job Title/Academic Rank Postdoctoral Research Associate
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type
Appointment Type A1 - REG OTHER ACAD SAL
Salary Range
Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category
Job/EEO Category Professional Non-Faculty (Includes Other Academic)
Job Requisition Begin Date
Job Requisition Begin Date 08/10/2026
Position Qualification
Position Summary
The Shen Lab at UNMC is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate
to join our team investigating the mechanisms of epileptogenesis and brain
development. Our research integrates molecular, imaging, and neurophysiological
approaches to understand neurodevelopmental disorders, with particular focus on
perineuronal nets and their role in seizure susceptibility. This position offers an
excellent training environment with access to state-of-the-art core facilities including
behavioral and imaging cores, calcium imaging, optogenetics, and extensive
interdisciplinary collaborative opportunities across UNMC .
Required Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Biology, Physiology, Pharmacology, or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience with rodent stereotaxic surgery (must)
• Strong background in neuroscience, neurophysiology, or molecular biology
• Experience with EEG recordings, behavioral testing, viral vector delivery, or

advanced microscopy
Supplemental Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational, communication, and data analysis skills
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications

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. Lab environment Other working environment N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

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

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric
Atmospheric Yes
Blood/body fluids
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards
Chemical hazards Yes
Working on or around moving machinery
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current
Electrical current No
Noise No
Changes of temperature/humidity
Changes of temperature/humidity No
Wear PPE
Wear PPE Yes
Work with laboratory animals
Work with laboratory animals Yes
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools
Operating hand/power tools No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain
Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation
Fine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping
Grasping Both
If you selected any area above, please explain
Addtional
Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.
Required Documents
C.V.
Optional Documents
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
* If you have not yet graduated, can you provide an enrollment verification or enrollment certificate with expected graduation date from your university or institution?This can be uploaded as "other document"
Yes
No
* If you do not yet have the degree required for this position, what is your expected graduation date?
(Open Ended Question)

• How many published articles do you have? (Open Ended Question)
• Of these published articles, how many are you first-author (Open Ended Question)
• Please enter the name of your doctoral degree-granting institution.

(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of postgraduate research experience do you have as of the date you are submitting this application?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please select one of the following:
I am a U.S. citizen
I am a non-citizen national of the U.S.
I am a permanent resident (green card holder)
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status
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