Olson Research Labs/Rank DOQ

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Position Summary

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR or PROFESSOR

DEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY

University of Nebraska Medical Center

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center invites applications from exceptional scholars for a tenure leading faculty position at the level of Associate Professor or Professor. We seek candidates with active research programs applying innovative multidisciplinary approaches to the study of Women’s Reproductive Health including Gynecologic Oncology, Uterine Disorders and Developmental Biology. We especially encourage applications from faculty candidates whose research is translational and has high potential for collaborative initiatives with clinicians and other researchers across the University. Candidates should have a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree; postdoctoral experience; a solid publication record; and a history of externally funded independent research. Candidates will also be expected to contribute to the Department’s teaching mission and to mentor graduate students and clinical fellows.

The department is undergoing a transformation that includes emphasis on clinical and translational research. The Olson Center for Women’s Health Research Program has been active for nearly 30 years and has an established core of reproductive scientists. The University of Nebraska Medical Center has a wide selection of core facilities, centers and institutes ( including the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center and the Child Health Research Institute ( CHRI ). UNMC has close ties with research programs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care system.

Inquiries may be directed to, John S. Davis. PhD, Director of Research and Development at The departmental website is

Required Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree

Supplemental Qualifications

Candidates should have an active research program applying innovative, multidisciplinary approaches to the study of reproductive sciences, including disorders that affect women’s health and fertility. Preference will be given to candidates whose research is translational in nature and demonstrates strong potential for collaborative initiatives with clinicians and investigators across the university. Candidates must have a strong publication record and provide evidence of an independently led, externally funded research program.

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 office and lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving Not Applicable

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Up to 2 hours

Standing

Standing Occasionally

Squatting Occasionally

Walking

Walking Occasionally

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric No

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards Yes

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery Yes

Electrical current

Electrical current Yes

Noise Yes

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity Yes

Wear PPE

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals Yes

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools Yes

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

laboratory and scientific environment may require these physical attributes

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation Both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion Both

Grasping

Grasping Both

If you selected any area above, please explain

conducting experiments requires this

Addtional

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

one would not need to be ambulatory to do this job.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Other Doc

Optional Documents

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an MD, PhD, or MD/PhD degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to upload as "other document" a description of your research program, including future directions?
  • Yes
  • No
• * 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)

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