Cytogeneticist/Rank DOQ

University of Nebraska Medical Center, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Omaha, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime

Requisition Details
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: 2024 - 075
Department Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology 50000521
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule TBD
Requisition Category Faculty
Requisition Title Cytogeneticist/Rank DOQ
Job Title/Academic Rank Cytogeneticist/Rank DOQ
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS
Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date 02/26/2024

Position Qualification


Position Summary
The Department of Pathology and Microbiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. with American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) certification in Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics (CCG) and/or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) at the associate or full professor level. The Nebraska Medicine Human Genetics Laboratory is an integral part of the molecular genetics program within the department focused on conventional cytogenetics, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), chromosomal microarray (CMA), and potential optical genome mapping (OGM) analysis of hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, in addition to testing of genetic disorders. The successful candidate will have a strong record of accomplishment including scholarly activity and teaching in an academic environment. Support and opportunities exist for pursuit of research interests.
The Department of Pathology and Microbiology has over 70 faculty members working in modern, well-equipped laboratories with state-of-the-art facilities, including BSL3 and ABSL3 facilities. UNMC houses multiple core facilities to support novel and high impact research programs, including the Advanced Microscopy Core, the Electron Microscopy Core, the Proteomics Core, the Genomics and Epigenomics Cores, the Biomedical Informatics Core, and others. Nebraska Medicine and UNMC, share the same mission to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research, and extraordinary patient care. This leading tertiary academic healthcare system is home to over 10,000 employees that include nearly 1,100 physicians covering primary care and nearly all specialty areas. The Nebraska Medical Center is the state’s largest hospital and for several consecutive years has been awarded best in state by U.S. News & World Report, listed as one of the 100 greatest hospitals in America by Becker’s Hospital Review and included in Forbes best in state employers. A national leader in biosecurity and biopreparedness, UNMC is investing more than 1.3 billion dollars through Project NExT to further research and medical response to biomedical emergencies. In partnership with Nebraska Medicine, UNMC operates the National Quarantine Center, the Region 7 Emerging and Special Pathogens Treatment Center, and serves as a leader for rapid-response clinical research through the Special Pathogens Research Network. UNMC has a strong relationship with the Department of Defense, and houses one of 13 University Affiliated Research Centers (UARC) through the Nebraska University National Strategic Research Institute.
Omaha is the largest city in Nebraska and home to several Fortune 500 companies. This historic city is nestled along the Missouri River and boasts a rich cultural scene, safe family-friendly residential developments, and numerous public parks scattered across its various unique and historic neighborhoods. In addition to benefiting from local investment in the UNMC campus, local philanthropy supports a thriving entertainment scene including the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, and Omaha Symphony.
Applicants interested in joining an innovative and collegial department should submit a document comprised of a cover letter, summary of research program and record of trainee mentorship (not to exceed 5 pages), and CV along with their application. Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Joseph Khoury, Chair of the department at [email protected]

https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/84443 . Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree
ABMGG Certification in CCG and/or LGG
Supplemental Qualifications
3 or more years of postdoctoral training, fellowship training, and/or faculty experience

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