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Immune Metabolism Modeling Scientist (Temporary)

Lincoln, NE • On-site

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Position Information
Position Information
Working Title
Immune Metabolism Modeling Scientist (Temporary)
Department
Biochemistry-0831
Requisition Number
S_260657
Posting Open Date
08/12/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
02/26/2027
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Description of Work
As an Immune Metabolism Modeling Scientist, you will:
  • Lead the development, validation, and application of genome-scale metabolic models using in-house computational tools.
  • Integrate transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, lipidomics, and other omics data to contextualize metabolic models and investigate complex biological questions.
  • Interpret modeling and multi-omics results to identify biological mechanisms, generate hypotheses, and guide research direction.
  • Provide technical expertise and mentorship to students, research staff, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators.
  • Contribute to manuscripts, grant proposals, research presentations, and professional conferences.

Within the UNL system, this position is categorized an a M/P Temp Worker.
About Us
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
Temporary employees may be appointed for a period of up to two years. Those appointed for more than six months are eligible for benefits from the beginning of the appointment, provided the position is half-time (.50 FTE) or greater. Those appointed for six months or less are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits for eligible temporary employees include:
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave
  • Comprehensive insurance options including health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
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 status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • PhD in computational biology, systems biology, bioinformatics, biological engineering, biophysics, mathematics, or related field plus two (2) years of post-degree experience in computational systems modeling, simulation, and analytics; OR
  • Master's degree in computational biology, systems biology, bioinformatics, biological engineering, biophysics, or related field plus four (4) years of post-degree experience in computational systems modeling, simulation, and analytics.
  • Experience in metabolic model construction, simulations and analyses (e.g. FBA, dFBA, etc); AND
  • Experience with analyzing multi-omics data (e.g., single cell and/or spatial transcriptomics, metabolomics, etc), computational biology, disease biomarkers, immune profiling is required
  • Advanced computational and programming competence (e.g. Python, MATLAB, or R) is required.
  • Advanced data collection, interpretation, and report writing skills are required.
  • Material experience using LLM for automation and rapid workflow development.

Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:
  • Experience with clinical-level drug development processes is preferred.
  • Experiencing working with software developers is preferred.
  • Ability to work on site in Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
No
Physical Required
No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No
Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes
Posted Salary
Salary commensurate with education and experience
How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter as two separate documents in Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Karen Randall
krandall2@unl.edu
Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional
Job Type
Full-Time Temporary
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
Yes
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Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date