Clinical Microbiology Fellow

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:	2025 - 007
Department	Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology 50000521
Business Unit(College/Institute)	College of Medicine
FTE:	100
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	M-F: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, some evenings and weekends
Requisition Category	Research - Academic
Requisition Title	Clinical Microbiology Fellow
Job Title/Academic Rank	Clinical Microbiology Fellow
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	01/10/2025

Position Qualification

Position Summary	A clinical microbiology fellowship position is available in the Department of Pathology and Microbiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The candidate will join a two-year Committee on Postdoctoral Educational Programs (CPEP) approved training program that provides hands on experience in the basic disciplines of clinical microbiology. Administrative experience through participation in management and committee interaction is also a part of the training program. Applicants must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree in clinical microbiology, microbiology or related discipline. Ideal candidates will have previous experience working within a diagnostic laboratory setting and a strong desire to pursue future activities as it pertains to public health and microbiology. Interested applicants should also apply through the American Society for Microbiology CPEP website and via this link:https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/90310 Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications	Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree in clinical microbiology, microbiology or related discipline
Supplemental Qualifications	Experience in diagnostic laboratory setting. Desire future career in public health and clinical microbiology.

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
Other working environment	NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

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

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	No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools	No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain	Surgical gloves, lab coat, mask

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation	Both
Repetitive Motion	Both
Grasping	Both
If you selected any area above, please explain	The use of lab equipment and techniques requires the above abilities by this position.

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.	Ability to view test results and data sets.

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

Cover Letter
C.V.

Optional Documents

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
* 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
* 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)
* How did you hear about this position?
- Careerlink
- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
- Linkedin
- Omaha World Herald
- UNMC Job Site
- Facebook
- NEWorks
- Handshake
- Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)