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University of Nebraska at Omaha
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Posted: 16-Sep-26
Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Required Education: Doctorate
Years of Experience: Less than 2
Type:
Full Time
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Entry Level
The Department of Biomechanics and the NIH COBRE Center for Cardiovascular Research in Biomechanics (CRiB) at the University of Nebraska Omaha invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in cardiovascular science.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop and sustain nationally recognized, extramurally funded, independent research program within CRiB and foster collaborative partnerships, including with clinical partners at neighboring medical centers. Additional responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Cardiovascular Biomechanics and related fields, mentoring students and research personnel, and contributing to departmental, university, and professional service.
For full consideration, applicants should submit a single PDF file containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three professional references (letters are not required at this stage). The research statement should clearly describe how the candidate's work complements and enhances ongoing research within CRiB.
Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January or August 2027.
UNO's Department of Biomechanics is one of the few academic departments in the United States dedicated entirely to biomechanics. It offers undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. degrees in Biomechanics and Biomechanics & Kinesiology. The Department has a strong research focus and is home to three major federally funded research centers: CRiB, MOVCENTR, and NE3D. More than half of its tenure-track and tenured faculty serve as Principal Investigators on major federal awards, including NIH R01 grants. Since its establishment in 2016, the Department has grown to 21 tenure-track and tenured faculty who have collectively secured more than $70 million in federal research funding.
The Department is housed in the 53,000-square-foot Biomechanics Research Building, which provides shared laboratory, office, and collaborative space dedicated to translational biomedical research. An additional 20,000 square feet dedicated to cardiovascular research is currently under construction and is expected to be completed in early 2028. The building is located within two miles of both the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the Western Iowa-Nebraska Veterans Affairs Medical Center, providing exceptional access to clinical collaborators, patients, clinical data, and human tissues. Biomechanics faculty benefit from light teaching loads, shared access to an extensive range of research equipment, and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse community of students, scientists, and clinicians across the University of Nebraska system.
Why UNO?
UNO is a vibrant, metropolitan university located in Omaha, the largest city in Nebraska, with an enrollment of approximately 15,000 students. In recent decades, the campus has evolved into a more traditional residential university, supported by several new and beautifully appointed residence halls. UNO is classified as a doctoral research university in the latest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and its athletic program competes in NCAA Division I. The university is also recognized as a leader in community engagement and outreach, having received the Community Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation in 2015.
The campus is situated in the heart of Omaha, a cosmopolitan city with a population of over 600,000 (1.2 million including the larger Omaha metro area). Omaha is known for its excellent public school system and robust economic base. The city offers a plethora of dining, living, and shopping options.
In the most recent U.S. News & World Report's Best States rankings, Nebraska has achieved the #3 position nationally. The state excels in several categories, including #5 in infrastructure, #7 in education, and #10 in the economy. Additionally, Nebraska ranks #16 for both housing affordability and cost of living. It leads the nation in labor force participation at #1 and stands at #16 for job growth and #11 in long-term fiscal stability.
Omaha, as the 42nd largest city in the United States, has a population of nearly 1.1 million within a 50-mile radius and plays a significant role in UNO's identity. In 2023, Livability recognized Omaha as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S.
At the time of appointment, candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, Materials), Physiology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a closely related field, or an M.D. (or equivalent clinical doctorate) with substantial research training (e.g., physician-scientist track). Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of experimental research in cardiovascular science.
Areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, robotics, sensors for cardiovascular monitoring; cardiovascular devices and biomaterials; cardiovascular pathophysiology; tissue and cellular biomechanics; bioreactor systems with translational applications; vascular biology and mechanobiology; hemodynamics and cardiovascular fluid mechanics; cardiovascular imaging and diagnostics; computational modeling integrated with experimental validation; regenerative medicine and tissue engineering; and translational or preclinical cardiovascular research.
Candidates whose research complements or extends the Center for Cardiovascular Research in Biomechanics (CRiB)'s focus on cardiovascular biomechanics, materials, devices, and translational science are strongly encouraged to apply. Postdoctoral training (or equivalent research experience) and a demonstrated record of securing extramural funding are highly desirable.
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About University of Nebraska at Omaha
UNO's Department of Biomechanics is one of the few academic departments dedicated to Biomechanics in the United States offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. The Department has a strong focus on research, and over half of its tenure-track and tenured faculty are PIs on major federal grants, including NIH R01s. Since its inception in 2016, the Department has grown to 18 tenure-track and tenured faculty who acquired over $40 million in federal funding. Biomechanics Research Building The Department occupies the Biomechanics Research Building with 53,000 square feet of shared laboratory space, office, and collaboration space dedicated to translational biomedical research. The building is located within a two-mile radius of the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the Western Iowa-Nebraska Veterans' Affairs Medical Center. Proximity to these medical centers facilitates exceptional access to collaborating clinicians, patients, and clinical data. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital sta...tus, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation being taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. UNO is an AA/EEO/ADA institution. For Title IX concerns, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (phone: 402.554.2120)
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