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 — Moving to Omaha

Moving to Omaha

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Many of our postdocs are not Omaha natives, so we always hope newcomers can learn about, enjoy and become part of the city. Though your focus will most likely be on your training, the Omaha metro offers plenty of options to comfortably accommodate your lifestyle. Here's some useful information on housing, entertainment and the Omaha area itself.

Housing

Apartments.com provides general listings for off-campus apartments. You'll have to do some searching to find a place close to the university.

UNMC Campus Housing

There are a few different sizes, ranging from a 1-bedroom apartment to a 5-bedroom house. All give you easy access to campus.

Omaha

General information about the Omaha area.

A great resource on places to go, things to do and activities to try.

Blackstone District

A neighborhood within walking distance to campus.

Aksarben Village

A neighborhood with a five-minute drive to campus.

Midtown Crossing

A neighborhood blocks away from campus.

Online news for Omaha entertainment, food, and fun.

UNMC Services

We offer several options for dining on campus, from cafes to coffee shops to restaurants.

Your ID badge gives you access to discounts at some surrounding businesses.

Dedicated onsite daycare for students with children.

See where you can park, sign up for a permit, review guidelines and pay fines.

Sign up for free active transportation (bus, walk, bike, carpool).

Immigration, Visas, Tax Preparation

Find information and services related to visa sponsorship and immigration status.

Utilities

Metropolitan Utilities District

Provides natural gas to Omaha homes and apartments.

Omaha Public Power District

Provides electricity to Omaha homes and apartments.

Cox Communications

A primary internet, cable and landline phone service provider.

A primary internet, cable and landline phone service provider.

US Driver's License

Information for obtaining a license to drive in the US.

Metro Credit Union

Set up a local checking account.

UNMC International Guidebook displayed on a tablet

International Visitors Guidebook

The Office of Global Engagement created a handbook with extensive information on what international individuals need to know and expect before coming to Nebraska.