Postbaccalaureate Research Scholar - Dawson Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Onsite fitness center

Free parking

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation invites applications for a Postbaccalaureate Research Scholar position in the Dawson Lab. This two-year training opportunity offers mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to present research at meetings and contribute to publications.

Candidates have recently earned a BA/BS in a STEM field or a master’s degree within six months, with a commitment to collaborative science, readiness to learn, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Recent BA/BS in a STEM field or recent master's degree in STEM.
• Commitment to interactive, collaborative, team science.
• Eagerness to learn new techniques and work independently.
• Organized, hardworking, able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and maintain lab stocks of solutions and reagents.
• Conduct experiments under supervision of a senior scientist.
• Use molecular genetics, live cell imaging, and bioinformatic analysis.
• Work on yeast projects to explore chromosome segregation during meiosis and mitosis.
• Support mammalian cell projects studying chromosome segregation mechanisms.
• Gain hands-on experience in experimental design, techniques, and data analysis.
• Inventory lab supplies and place orders.

Skills

Team science

Organized

Independent learner

Strong work ethic

Education

BA/BS in STEM or MS in STEM

Job description

CAREERS AT OKLAHOMA MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Have big ideas, passion, and a desire to grow? Join us and make a difference.

For multiple consecutive years, Foundation employees have voted OMRF among “Oklahoma’s Top Workplaces.”

Our mission: "...so that more may live longer, healthier lives." Learn more at omrf.org .

Postbaccalaureate Research Scholar - Dawson Lab

Position Overview and Responsibilities This Postbaccalaureate Research Scholar opportunity in the Dawson Lab at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is designed as an anticipated two-year training experience for students seeking hands‑on experience to strengthen their preparation for graduate school in STEM fields. Scholars will receive close mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to engage in the scientific community through:

• Individualized guidance from faculty mentors through daily interactions and weekly meetings
• Participation in graduate-level workshops and seminars focused on skill building and career development
• Additional mentoring from senior graduate students and postdoctoral scientists on navigating graduate school and scientific careers
• Opportunities to present research at local and national meetings, as well as contribute to peer-reviewed publications

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing media and maintaining laboratory stocks of solutions and reagents for the lab
• Conducting experiments under the guidance of a senior scientist
• Using molecular genetics techniques, live cell imaging, and conducting bio-informatic analysis
• Working on projects using yeast to explore chromosome segregation during meiosis and mitosis
• Supporting projects using mammalian cells to study chromosome segregation mechanisms
• Gaining hands‑on experience in experimental design, lab techniques, and data analysis
• Inventorying lab supplies and ordering for the lab

Minimum Qualifications

• Recent (within the last 3 years) BA/BS degree in a STEM field, such as the biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, or computer science, and a desire to gain research experience in preparation for applications to graduate or professional schools in STEM related areas.
  OR
  Recent (within the last 6 months) master’s degree in a STEM field, such as the biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, or computer science, and a desire to gain research experience in preparation for applications to graduate or professional schools in STEM related areas.
• Commitment to interactive, collaborative, team science
• Eagerness to learn new techniques and the ability to work independently once trained
• Must be organized, willing to learn and take direction, keep meticulous records, and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous computational or wet lab experience is desirable but not required

Work Hours Typically, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00PM.

OMRF Overview Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation’s oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross‑disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation’s leaders in patents per scientist. Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a collective commitment to our mission, “. . so that more may live longer, healthier lives.” Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to this mission.

OMRF Benefits We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite café, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro. Learn more about our benefits here .

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.