Research Technician I/II/III – Ahamed Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ahamed Lab in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation is seeking a Research Technician to support mouse model research focused on heart disease, especially cardiac fibrosis. The role offers hands-on experience in experimental work, mouse colony support, and general lab operations in a collaborative scientific environment.

Responsibilities include performing molecular and biochemical experiments, data analysis, colony management, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological science or related field, or equivalent lab experience.
• Ability and willingness to handle laboratory mice including breeding, maintenance, and procedures.
• Basic proficiency with computers including internet browsing, order processing systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to comprehend instructions, follow protocols, and perform precise, accurate work with samples and chemicals.
• Strong analytical skills including computing rates, ratios, percentages, molarity, and unit conversions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for documenting procedures and collaborating with team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments using molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques.
• Analyze and interpret data; present findings to Manager or PI.
• Support mouse colony management, including genotyping and record keeping.
• Assist with lab organization, inventory, and safety/compliance procedures.
• Administer injections, medications, and wound care; perform venipuncture and assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Identify, prepare, and execute experiments per approved protocols.
• Take initiative on non-routine tasks and contribute to experimental design.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Follow protocols

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Position Overview & Responsibilities

The Ahamed Lab in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program is searching for Research Technician to support ongoing research focused on mouse models of heart disease with a particular emphasis on cardiac fibrosis We utilize cutting edge techniques in genetics molecular biology cell biology and biochemistry to explore disease mechanisms and identify potential therapeutic targets This role offers hands on experience in experimental research mouse colony support and general lab operations within a collaborative scientific environment

• Performing experiments using various molecular cellular and biochemical techniques
• Anayzing and interpreting experimental data and presenting findings to the Manager or Principal Investigator
• Supporting the management and breeding of a mouse colony including genotyping and record keeping
• Assisting with laboratory organization inventory and compliance with safety protocols
• Administering injections medications and wound care; performing venipuncture and assisting with diagnostic procedures under the direction of the supervisor or consulting veterinarian
• Identifying preparing and executing research experiments in accordance with approved protocols
• Taking initiative on non routine assignments and applying problem solving skills to experimental design and execution

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a biological science or related field or an equivalent combination of relevant laboratory experience
• Ability and willingness to handle laboratory mice including breeding maintenance and procedures as needed
• Basic proficiency with computers including internet browsing order processing systems and Microsoft Office Word Excel PowerPoint
• Ability to comprehend instructions follow protocols and perform precise accurate work when handling samples and chemicals
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to compute basic mathematical operations such as rates ratios percentages molarity and unit conversions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for documenting procedures summarizing data and collaborating effectively with team members

Work Hours

Typically Monday through Friday between 830AM to 5PM with some variables

OMRF Overview

Founded in 1946 the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation OMRF is among the nations 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 Alzheimers disease cancer lupus multiple sclerosis and cardiovascular disease OMRF follows an innovative cross disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nations 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer