Company : Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
Country: United States
Location : Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Post: Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:58:56 GMT
Expires: Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:59:59 GMT
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Overview:
Founded in 1946, the 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 café, 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 .
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:
Assist with a research project focused on understanding how blood vessels behave during infectious diseases. Basic duties will include working with mice, performing experiments (e.g., western blots, PCR, cell culture), preparing reagents, and analyzing data.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in a biological science) or equivalent years of relevant laboratory experience. Eagerness to learn new concepts and develop expertise with new techniques.
Basic computer skills, including internet software and Microsoft Office software. Willingness to perform oral and written communication of science. Applicant needs to be organized, detail-oriented, and meet all deadlines. Professionalism and acceptance of diverse personalities and cultures are required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Interest in cell and molecular biology, or related fields. Previous research experience working with mice, cell culture, tissue microscopy.
Physical Demands:
Potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, or rodent dander. May work with toxic or caustic chemicals, radioactive materials, liquid nitrogen, human tissue, or blood. Potential risk of electrical shock. Occasional exposure to cold (4C) and/or extreme cold (-80C) temperatures from refrigerators and freezers. Noise level is usually moderate.
Work Hours:
Typically Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM.