Langston University Summer Biomedical Research Scholar

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 4,200 - 5,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dormitory housing

Breakfast on workdays

Gym access 24/7

Free parking

Cultural outings

Job summary

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation offers a paid 8-week summer research program that pairs students with OMRF scientists on real projects. No prior research experience required, just curiosity and a desire to learn how life as a researcher works.

Participants will gain real skills, contribute to disease research, and benefit from dorm housing, free meals on workdays, gym access, parking, and cultural outings. Program runs June 1–July 23, 2027.

Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Be a rising sophomore through rising senior enrolled at Langston University, in biology, chemistry, mathematics or related fields.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have unrestricted work authorization; H-4 visa not eligible.
• Commit to the full eight-week program (June 1–July 23, 2027).

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with program staff.
• Attend weekly seminars and participate in occasional social events.
• Write an abstract summarizing the research project with mentor guidance.
• Give a short, formal scientific presentation outlining findings.

Skills

Coachability

Willingness to grow

Curiosity about science

Communication with staff

Education

Langston University student (rising soph/junior/senior)

Biology, chemistry, mathematics or related fields

Job description

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation offers a paid 8-week summer research program that pairs students with OMRF scientists on real projects. No prior research experience required, just curiosity and a desire to learn how life as a researcher works.

Participants will gain real skills, contribute to disease research, and benefit from dorm housing, free meals on workdays, gym access, parking, and cultural outings. Program runs June 1–July 23, 2027.