Office of Postdoctoral Education
University of Nebraska Medical Center
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Postdoctoral Education

Advanced Academic & Research Training

Postdoctoral scholars are a driving force behind UNMC's success in biomedical research.

We are committed to offering you an environment conducive to research and will help facilitate your transition towards independence in a timely fashion. Additionally, we'll help you build skills you can apply throughout your career.

Postdoctoral Education Office

The mission of the Postdoctoral Education Office is to promote and facilitate outstanding training and education of postdoctoral scholars and their timely transition toward independent careers.

Learn About Our Office

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Postdoc Training at UNMC

You'll receive a full-time program of advanced academic coaching and research training under the guidance of renowned researchers and mentors.

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Congratulations to our Postdocs

From left, Iqbal Ahmad, PhD, director of postdoctoral education and research, Subrata Shil, PhD, Olivia Ihedioha, PhD, Keith Johnson, PhD, member of the Postdoctoral Education Advisory Council. /3

Postdocs honored at 2026 Excellence in Research Award event

After presentations on their research, Olivia Ihedioha, PhD, was awarded recipient, and Subrata Shil, PhD, finalist, for the 2026 Excellence in Research Award. Awards were presented at the Office of Postdoctoral Education Annual Event. From left, Iqbal Ahmad, PhD, director of postdoctoral education and research, Subrata Shil, PhD, Olivia Ihedioha, PhD, Keith Johnson, PhD, member of the Postdoctoral Education Advisory Council.

Dr. Alaina Buchanan, instructor at Metropolitan Community College (MCC), was awarded a certificate of appreciation for her contributions to the UNMC/MCC teaching apprenticeship program. /3

Buchanan honored for UNMC/MCC teaching apprenticeship program

Dr. Alaina Buchanan, instructor at Metropolitan Community College (MCC), was awarded a certificate of appreciation for her contributions to the UNMC/MCC teaching apprenticeship program. From left, Iqbal Ahmad, PhD, Director of Postdoctoral Education, Alaina Buchanan, PhD, and Jane Meza, PhD, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

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Seminar highlights the power of effective mentorship

Dr. Iqbal Ahmad presented the seminar “Mentoring: A Mutually Life-Changing Opportunity." The seminar focused on the importance of the relationship between the mentor and mentee, how to create a rewarding relationship and how effective mentoring is a critical part of any successful scientific career.