Molecular Anthropology Lab Coordinator – DNA Sequencing

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Laboratories of Molecular Anthropology and Microbiome Research. This role supports study design, sample processing, data management, and collaboration with principal investigators and researchers across projects.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree; MA/MS in Life Sciences or Anthropology with genomics experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; MA/MS in Life Sciences or Anthropology with genomics experience preferred.
• Two years of experience may substitute for a Master’s degree.
• Experience with DNA extraction, library preparation and high-throughput sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PIs, lab manager and postdocs on study design and implementation.
• Perform standardized laboratory protocols for sample processing and analysis.
• Manage sample inventories and associated metadata throughout collection, processing and storage.
• Collect, organize, manage and analyze research data and metadata.
• Prepare reports summarizing results of experiments or conclusions of research projects.
• Help maintain the laboratories and keep detailed records of all work-related activities.
• Travel for project meetings and sample collection as needed.
• Identify supplies and reagents that need to be purchased.
• Contribute to the LMAMR community and outreach efforts.

Skills

DNA extraction

High throughput sequencing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MA/MS in Life Sciences or Anthropology with genomics experience

Job description

The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Laboratories of Molecular Anthropology and Microbiome Research. This role supports study design, sample processing, data management, and collaboration with principal investigators and researchers across projects.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree; MA/MS in Life Sciences or Anthropology with genomics experience is preferred.