Frederick F. Paustian Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center/Academic Rank/DOQ

Position Summary: The Frederick F. Paustian Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center ( PIBDC ) is a recently created center (est. 2022) dedicated to improving the lives of IBD patients through expert, integrated, innovative patient-centered care as well as through ground-breaking clinical, translational and basic research programs. A prospective biobank with a sample-linked clinical database has been established to serve the center’s research mission. We are seeking to expand our center’s strengths in epidemiology, microbiome study, genetics, epithelial and mucosal biology and immunology investigations. This position offers the opportunity to conduct research that uncovers the mechanisms of environmental, diet, and gut microbial factors on IBD development through host genetics, immunity and epithelial responses. Candidates should have a record of accomplishment commensurate with their senior career/established investigator status including publications, running a successful independent lab, training future investigators and academics, and a track record of federal, local and private research funding. The Center’s work on the prevention and treatment of IBD is accomplished within a collaborative group of clinicians, clinical trialists, and translational and basic scientists. This faculty member will establish a productive and nationally recognized program, demonstrate the ongoing ability to secure independent funding, and provide excellent training and research opportunities for our students and residents. The successful candidate must be an MD or PhD or MD/PhD in immunology, microbiology, genetics, biomedical sciences or related fields. Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience in research administration and project management are required. Candidates with primary expertise in epidemiology, microbiome study, human and microbial genetics, epithelial biology and gut mucosal immunology as well as related secondary expertise in nutrition, bioinformatics, and large database biostatistics are especially welcome. Opportunity for joint appointments in other departments, colleges and institutes appropriate to background and expertise, including the College of Public Health, Eppley Institute for Cancer Research, College of Pharmacy and the Nebraska Food for Health Center in Lincoln, NE are available. We offer a highly competitive salary, academic appointment commensurate with experience and a fully comprehensive benefits package including relocation assistance. Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience in research administration and project management are required. Candidates with primary expertise in epidemiology, microbiome study, human and microbial genetics, epithelial biology and gut mucosal immunology as well as related secondary expertise in nutrition, bioinformatics, and large database biostatistics are especially welcome. 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, Clinical environment Other working environment Full extent of working environment TBD by patient care, academic activity and research activity. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTBending, stooping, twisting Occasionally Crawling Not Applicable Driving Driving 2-5 hours 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 hoursEXPOSURESAtmospheric 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 NoElectrical current Electrical current NoNoise NoChanges of temperature/humidity Changes of temperature/humidity Yes Wear PPEWear PPE Yes Work with laboratory animals Work with laboratory animals NoRadiation Operating hand/power tools Operating hand/power tools NoIf you answered yes to any area above, please explain Full extent of exposure TBD by patient care, academic activity and research activity. Hand/Wrists Fine Manipulation Fine Manipulation yes - both Repetitive Motion Repetitive Motion yes - both Grasping Grasping yes - both If you selected any area above, please explain Full extent Hand/Wrist TBD by patient care, academic activity and research activity. 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* How did you hear about this position? Careerlink Employee ReferralHERCIndeed Job Fair Lincoln Journal Star Linkedin Omaha World HeraldUNMC Job Site FacebookNEWorks Handshake Other* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or unmcstaffing@unmc.edu to request an accommodation.