Research Technician I Zhao Lab

Position Overview and Responsibilities
The Zhao lab in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program (ACI) at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is looking for a full-time Research Technician. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to begin a career in science and/or medicine. The individual 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 include but are not limited to the following:
- Helping maintaining mouse colony
- Preparing common buffer/solutions.
- Assisting senior researchers with complex experiments utilizing cellular immunology and other tools.

Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in one of the biological sciences physics chemistry or related area or equivalent years of relevant lab experience.
Should be familiar with lab techniques.
Apply developing knowledge to coordinate day-to-day work complete a variety of detailed tasks and assignments.
Basic knowledge of Internet software order processing system database and Microsoft Office software.
Must have excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as a team player.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions short correspondence and protocols/procedures.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to compute basic mathematical operations i.e. rate ratio percent molarity and unit conversion.
Must be highly motivated conscientious and highly dependable.
Must have effective communication skills with the ability to exchange ideas and procedures with coworkers and other labs.

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.

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.