*Research Technician

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 23,171 - 25,154; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center's Hayes Lab seeks a Research Technician to support studies on neuro-immune mechanisms in brain health. Responsibilities include mouse handling, data collection, and assisting with experiments while contributing to peer-reviewed publications.

The ideal candidate has basic lab experience, strong curiosity, and a desire for long-term career development. This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with standard lab hours and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological science, chemistry, physics, psychology, sociology, or related health field.
• Equivalency: 48 months of equivalent experience may substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mouse colony maintenance and perform basic experiments.
• Collect, manage, and analyze data; contribute to team projects and publications.
• Provide general lab support: prepare solutions, stock reagents, maintain workstations.

Skills

Mouse handling

Laboratory teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or related field

Tools

Basic lab techniques

Job description

Pay Range: Hourly rate of $16.82 to $18.26 dependent on qualifications and experience.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Standard / Fixed Schedule

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction

Dr. Hayes’s laboratory (https://hayes-lab.github.io) in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is seeking an enthusiastic and responsible Research Technician to support research projects studying the neuro-immune mechanisms in brain health and disease across the lifespan. Research in the Hayes Lab focuses on how developmental immune stressors lead to changes in brain development and risk for neurodevelopmental disorders. We’re a new group committed to fostering inclusivity in STEM. Come join our growing group as we tackle exciting questions in neuroscience!

The primary responsibilities of the position include assisting in mouse colony maintenance, performing experiments, data collection, management, and analysis. The preferred candidate will have some basic laboratory experience, contribute to team science, and have an intrinsic curiosity for science and discovery. The candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to multiple research projects and publish research articles in peer-reviewed journals. The position is perfect for individuals interested in applying for graduate school and need to gain laboratory experience or are looking for a long-term laboratory position with the possibility for career advancement.

This position will provide general laboratory support by preparing solutions, stocking reagents, making aliquots, maintaining workstations, performing equipment maintenance/cleaning, organizing/storing samples appropriately, and conducting research experiments. Comfort with mouse handling, maintenance, treatment, and experimentation including preparing tissues and specimens for procedures is required. After training and displaying proficiency, this position includes independent work and may eventually involve a devoted project in line with the scientific mission of the lab.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, or other health related field.
• None

Equivalency/Substitution

Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelor’s Degree.

Required Certifications and Licenses

None

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Yes