Postdoctoral Scientist - Gorman Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Onsite café

Free onsite fitness center

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Gorman Lab within the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoc to investigate mechanisms of autoimmune disease and inflammation. This mentored position involves designing experiments, managing projects, and preparing reports and publications.

The role emphasizes grant writing, manuscript preparation, and presenting results, with a focus on independent work within a collaborative team in a leading

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD in a biological science or related field.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to summarize results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct autoimmune/inflammation research experiments.
• Manage research projects and timelines.
• Prepare reports and manuscripts for publication.
• Contribute to grant writing and presentations.

Skills

Scientific research

Hypothesis formulation

Data analysis

Oral and written communication

Presentation of ideas

Education

Ph.D. in biological science

Tools

Flow Cytometry

RNA-seq

Bioinformatics

Tissue culture

Job description

Position Overview And Responsibilities

The Gorman Lab within the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated, passionate Postdoc to investigate the mechanisms of autoimmune disease and/or inflammation. This is a mentored position in which the candidate will design and conduct research experiments; manage research projects; prepare reports and papers for publication, presentation, and future research; and contribute to grant writing.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of scientific theory and research.
• Demonstrates skill in formulating and testing hypotheses.
• Ability to conduct scientific research experiments, analyze, and summarize data and results.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to present ideas and results.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a biological science, immunology, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and write summaries of result.
• Professionalism while interacting with a diverse group of people, personalities, and cultures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong publication track record in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals in the field of immunology.
• Interest in autoimmunity and/or infectious disease.
• Immunology training or experience.
• Experience with small animal models of autoimmunity or infectious diseases and/or with human immunology along with human specimens specifically peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs).
• Experience with Flow Cytometry and/or RNAseq and other bioinformatics.
• Experience with tissue culture techniques.

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.