Job Description

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 commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values.

Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, 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 and out of state. Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.


Responsibilities
The Chiao Laboratory is looking for a motivated research technician to assist with the investigation of mechanisms of cardiac aging and age-related cardiovascular diseases. The duties of this position will include mouse handling (injections, blood and tissue sample collection), molecular biology techniques (RNA, protein and metabolite extraction, PCR, western blotting), reagent preparation, general laboratory maintenance and organization. Assignments are typically non-routine and variable in nature


Qualifications
- Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a biological science or equivalent laboratory experience.- Proficiency in handling laboratory mice.- Basic computer skills, including internet softwear and Microsoft Office- Ability to understand and follow protocols accurately. - Strong oral and written communication skills for presenting ideas and documenting procedures/data. - Organizational skills for precise work with samples and chemicals. - Proficiency in basic mathematical operations, including rate, ratio, percent, molarity, and unit conversions. 


To apply, visit https://careers-omrf.icims.com/jobs/1687/research-technician-ii/job?in_iframe=1

OMRF’s excellence can only be fully realized by individuals who share our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values. OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.