Research Technician I/II - Hughes Lab

Position Overview and Responsibilities
The Hughes Lab is seeking a motivated Research Technician at the I or II level to support studies on the cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate skeletal muscle size and function particularly in the context of disease and aging. One interest of the laboratory is understanding the role of post-translational modifications such as ubiquitination and acetylation in protein turnover and complex assembly. This work involves the use of in vitro and in vivo models with a variety of laboratory techniques to advance our understanding of muscle biology.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Processing tissue samples including immunoblotting immunoprecipitation and protein digestion.
Rodent surgical procedures and dissecting muscle tissue for analysis.
Participating in lab meetings and departmental discussions

Minimum Requirements
BS/BA degree in one of the biological sciences physics chemistry or related area or equivalent years of relevant lab experience.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions short correspondence and protocols/procedures.
Ability to write routine reports correspondence and meet deadlines.
Ability and willingness to handle laboratory mice and rats including breeding maintenance and procedures as needed.
Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint).
Highly organized and meticulous to ensure accuracy of data collection and recording.
Willingness to learn new techniques and initiative to solve problems.

Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with a strong background in protein biochemistry and proteomics are strongly encouraged to apply.

Expertise in any of the following areas is highly valued:
Proteomic Sample Preparation (Peptide Enrichment Protein digestion)
Cell Culture (Cell lines Plasmid Transfections)
Molecular Biology (Genotyping RNA work RT-qPCR Immunoblotting)

Work Hours
Typically Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM. Occasional work outside these hours may happen with advanced notice.

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 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 caf 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.