Research Technician II - Gorman Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation is seeking a Research Technician II for the Gorman Lab. This entry-level position entails conducting research experiments, maintaining lab protocols, and supporting team objectives. A Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and relevant lab experience are required. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills. Join us to contribute to groundbreaking biomedical research in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

8% company retirement contribution

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Onsite café and fitness center

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant lab experience.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures is required.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Perform research experiments according to standardized protocols.
• Collect and present data to Principal Investigator.
• Maintain mouse colonies and perform basic cell culture.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Position Overview And Responsibilities

The Gorman Lab is seeking a Research Technician II, responsible for performing research experiments and procedures according to standardized protocols and reports results. Receives instructions for each assignment and has the ability to implement the directions. Collects and presents data to Principal Investigator. Supports team to achieve goals. Expected to perform the following duties after appropriate training and time in the position.

Position Overview And Responsibilities

The Gorman Lab is seeking a Research Technician II, responsible for performing research experiments and procedures according to standardized protocols and reports results. Receives instructions for each assignment and has the ability to implement the directions. Collects and presents data to Principal Investigator. Supports team to achieve goals. Expected to perform the following duties after appropriate training and time in the position.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Basic cell culture procedures
• Maintaining mouse colonies
• Euthanizing animals and preparing tissue
• Preparing and maintaining common lab reagents
• Participation in lab and departmental meetings
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the biological sciences or relevant field and two (2) years of relevant laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of routine /functional laboratory procedures.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biomedical research with immunology training which include degrees in but not limited to Immunology, Pathology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Pathobiology, Biostatistics, Cell Biology or a related field with some immunology training or experience.
• Interest in autoimmunity and/or infectious disease.
• 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.
• Experience with tissue culture techniques.
  
  

Work Hours

Typically Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. However, may include work outside these hours or overtime due to experimental setups.

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.

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