Research Technician I/II/III - Srinivasan Lab

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation in Oklahoma City seeks a Research Technician I/II/III for the Srinivasan Laboratory to study the development and disease mechanisms of lymphatic vessels and cardiovascular valves. <\/p>

Candidates will gain experience with genetically engineered mouse models, imaging, molecular biology, single-cell transcriptomics, and bioinformatics, with opportunities to publish and develop independent directions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological science or related field
• Ability and willingness to handle laboratory mice
• Proficiency with computers including MS Office
• Follow protocols and work with samples and chemicals precisely
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent oral and written communication

Responsibilities

• Study development and disease mechanisms of lymphatic vessels and cardiovascular valves.
• Work with mouse models, imaging, genomics, and computational analysis.
• Present findings at meetings and contribute to publications.
• Collaborate with the team and develop independent research ideas.

Skills

Mice handling

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Computers (MS Office)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Imaging software

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.

Research Technician I/II/III - Srinivasan Lab

The Srinivasan Laboratory at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is recruiting a motivated Research Technician to study the development and disease mechanisms of lymphatic vessels and cardiovascular valves.

Our research addresses diseases including lymphedema, aortic stenosis, mitral valve prolapse, venous valve dysfunction, thrombosis, and inflammatory disorders. We use multidisciplinary approaches including genetically engineered mouse models, advanced imaging, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, and bioinformatics.

Successful candidates will have opportunities to develop independent research directions, learn new experimental and computational approaches, present their work at scientific meetings, and contribute to high-impact publications.

Selected Publications

• Geng et al., Journal of Experimental Medicine (2025)

More information: https://srinivasan.omrf.org/

Candidate Profile

Relevant backgrounds include Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Vascular Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, or Bioinformatics. Experience with mouse models, imaging, genomics, or computational analysis is desirable but not required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with laboratory mice, PCR genotyping, histology, microscopy and molecular biology techniques are highly desirable.

Work Hours

Work hours are typically Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5pm.

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.