Laboratory Technician (Full-Time or Part-Time) - Zhao Lab
Department: Arthritis & Clinical Immuno
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Position Overview and Responsibilities
The laboratory of Dr. Meng Zhao in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program (ACI) at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a part-time or full-time Laboratory Technician. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to begin a career in science and/or medicine. The Laboratory Technician is expected to perform routine laboratory procedures according to standardized protocols and report results. The individual receives detailed instructions on assignments and regular supervision.
Research projects in the Zhao Lab are centered around the regulatory mechanisms for T cell development and functions important for therapeutics against autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, and cancers. The individual will receive training in state-of-the-art immunology, genetics, molecular biology, and developmental biology techniques. The individual will have opportunities to work with a team on significant projects or lead independent projects.
Responsibilities will include:

Helping maintain mouse colony, including collecting tail tissues.

Making common buffer/solutions.

Assisting postdoctoral researchers with complex experiments utilizing cellular immunology and other tools.
Minimum Qualifications

Enthusiasm for Biological Sciences.

Effective communication skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to carefully follow written and verbal instructions.

Highly motivated, conscientious, and highly dependable.
Preferred Qualifications

Course work in genetics, cell, and molecular biology, and/or immunology are desired.

Previous laboratory experience in any of these areas is desired.

The ideal candidate will have an excellent record of scholarship and communication skills.
Work Hours
Typically, Monday through Friday from 9AM to 5:30PM for full-time employees. Flexible part-time hours.
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 cafe, 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.
To apply, visit https://omrf.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3502651&req_loc=989613&&#job

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