Research Technician: Metabolism & Vascular Biology

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a Research Technician to support the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program. The role focuses on the interface of cellular metabolism and vascular biology, utilizing mouse models, metabolomics, and single-cell transcriptomics to study vascular disease mechanisms.

You will assist with mouse work, PCR genotyping, reagent prep, and general lab maintenance while contributing to molecular biology and histology tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, physics, chemistry, or related field or equivalent education/experience.
• Familiarity with basic lab techniques in molecular and cellular biology and biochemistry.
• Strong ability to coordinate day-to-day work and follow protocols.
• Ability to record detailed procedures and results.
• Organized, diligent, and able to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with basic computer/software tools and MS Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication; able to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research activities related to cellular metabolism in vascular development and disease.
• Work with laboratory mice and perform PCR genotyping.
• Prepare reagents and order supplies.
• Maintain and organize laboratory space and records.
• Support molecular and cellular biology and histology work as needed.

Skills

Lab coordination

Detail‑oriented

Record-keeping

Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

PCR genotyping

Laboratory equipment experience

Order processing systems

Molecular biology basics

Job description

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a Research Technician to support the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program. The role focuses on the interface of cellular metabolism and vascular biology, utilizing mouse models, metabolomics, and single-cell transcriptomics to study vascular disease mechanisms.

You will assist with mouse work, PCR genotyping, reagent prep, and general lab maintenance while contributing to molecular biology and histology tasks.