Office of Postdoctoral Education

- Research Overview
- Research at UNMC
  As a leader in ground-breaking research, UNMC has over 1,400 active projects in numerous areas of emphasis.
- Research Facilities
  State-of-the-art facilities enable UNMC postdocs to work in a technologically enhanced research environment.
- Resources for Researchers
  You’ll have access to internal experts, as well as external resources, to ensure you are equipped with the right tools to succeed.
- Funding Opportunities
  Here are a few other funding sources to explore if you need to supplement or replace funding from your PI.
- Distinguished Scientists
  Our researchers are the best and brightest from all over the world, working tirelessly to discover treatments and cures.
- Employment Overview
- Current Job Openings
  View a list of current employment opportunities as a UNMC postdoctoral scholar.
- Salary & Benefits
  We value our postdocs, so we offer competitive wages and generous benefits.
- Mentoring
  Discover what you should think about when choosing a mentor and what to expect from your experience at UNMC.
- Postdoc Timeline
  Here's an outline of what you should be doing at various stages in your postdoc time at UNMC
- Resources for Current Postdocs
  Current UNMC postdocs have access to a variety of key resources across campus, as well as a postdoc handbook.
- Training & Career Development Overview
- Workshops & Webinars
  Our professional development seminars are designed to build skills that you can use inside and outside the lab.
- New Postdoc Training
  Postdoctoral scholars are required to complete three programs in their first year at UNMC.
- Certificate Program
  Our certificate programs help you develop and demonstrate tangible skills outside of the lab.
- Teaching Fellowship
  UNMC and MCC have partnered to offer postdocs an opportunity to build valuable teaching experience.
- Community Overview
- Current Postdoc Directory
  Meet our postdocs, who come from all over the country and the world.
- Life in Omaha
  The Omaha metro offers plenty of options to accommodate your lifestyle.
- Networking & Support Communities
  We want to make sure our postdocs feel welcomed and supported throughout their training time.
- Wellness at UNMC
  From our on-site fitness facility and counseling programs to campus events, UNMC encompasses wellness in everything we do.
- International Postdoc Support
  The Office of Global Engagement offers numerous services to support international scholars, including immigration and visa sponsorship.

— Office of Postdoctoral Education — Current Postdocs — Arrival Checklist

Arrival Checklist

Welcome to UNMC and congratulations on your appointment!

This checklist has been prepared to ease your transition into your new position. Although specific departments/units may have additional requirements, in general here's what you'll need to do when you arrive on campus.

If you're new to Omaha, make sure you read our Moving to Omaha guide with important resources for housing, utilities, driver's licenses, childcare and more.

Check in with key individuals

Meet with your PI or mentor and be introduced to the people you'll be working with.
Visit with your administrator to go over key details related to your department and UNMC.
Contact the Global Engagement Office if you are an international scholar with a J-1 or H1B visa.

Complete payroll paperwork

If a U.S. citizen, bring your (1) Social Security card and (2) passport or driver’s license.
If an International postdoc, bring your (1) Social Security card or SSN request letter and (2) identifying documents as listed on Form I-9.

Get access

Your UNMC ID badge provides access to buildings and secured areas and may be used as an ATM/debit card. To receive your card, bring your driver's license, government-issued ID, military ID or passport with you.
Receive your department keys, if applicable.

Determine transportation

Pick up a parking permit or sign up for TravelSmart (bus, bike, walk, carpool).

Get your technology set up

Set up your digital identity at UNMC, including determining your login password.
Set up your Outlook email on your UNMC devices or personal devices.

Start your required training

All new postdocs must go through three training programs within your first year.
Attend orientation

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Moving to Omaha Guide

If you're new to Omaha, make sure you read our guide with important resources for housing, utilities, driver's licenses, childcare and more.