Location
Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:
Staff_14852
Department
VCR Cores 50009275
Business Unit
Vice Chancellor for Research
Reg-Temp
Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule
M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Weekends if Applicable
Remote/Telecommuting
No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of the Genomics Core Facility must have familiarity with a with broad experience in genomic sequencing approaches. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Genomics Core Facility (GFC) Scientific Director as well as interact routinely with UNMC investigators, scientists, graduate students, industry representatives, service technicians, as well as other key academic and industry collaborators to assist researchers in all stages of projects, including initial consultation, design, development, and analysis of experiments. The Assistant Director coordinates the activities of core staff, manages databases and core website, participates in billing/budget operations, presents GCF project development and core progress in campus-wide seminars, assists in applications for external funding, and represents the GCF at specialized courses and conferences. Responsible for day-to-day management of the Core. Leads long-term projects. Creates new processes and procedures to address complex scientific problems.
Position Details
Additional Information
Posting Category
Research - Non Academic
Working Title
Assistant Director, Genomics Core
Job Title
Manager, Research/Ag
Salary Grade
RA25S
Appointment Type
B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range
$81,700 - $130,700/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date
07/09/2026
Application Review Date
07/17/2026
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Molecular Biology and/or Genomics relevant field.
(Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)
Required Experience
5 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Experience with molecular biology, genomics, and/or Next Generation Sequencing to include experience with sample and library preparation, protocol optimization, instrument usage and maintenance, and sample quality control.
(Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)
Required License
No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Required Computer Applications:
Not Applicable
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, the ability to work well in a collaborative research environment, and well-developed critical thinking and analytical skills are required.
Knowledge and understanding of genomic principles.
Familiar with standard lab practices.
Strong communication skills.
Work independently and productively.
Knowledge of basic lab skills and procedures.
Preferred Education:
Master's degree or equivalent
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Training in molecular biology, genomics, and Next Generation Sequencing.
Preferred Experience:
Molecular biology and/or next generation sequencing, with working knowledge of genetic variant detection, transcriptomics, and epigenomics on Illumina platforms, the use of Nanostring technology, and single-cell 'omics, Management of shared resources and with a proven ability to implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. as well as supervision of staff and/or students and overall laboratory management.
Preferred License:
No
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Data analysis software applications
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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