Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation ยท 1 day ago
Research Technician I/II - Hughes Lab
Oklahoma City, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelOklahoma Medical Research Foundation is a respected nonprofit biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding and developing treatments for human diseases. The Hughes Lab is seeking a motivated Research Technician to support studies on skeletal muscle mechanisms, involving various laboratory techniques and in vivo models.
Research
Responsibilities
Processing tissue samples, including chromatin immunoprecipitation, RNA/DNA isolation and histology
Aiding in implementing rodent experiments tissue collection
Participating in lab meetings and departmental discussions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's 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
Candidates with a strong background in Molecular Biology are strongly encouraged to apply
Expertise in any of the following areas is highly valued: Molecular Biology (Genotyping, RNA work, RT-qPCR, DNA-Protein Interaction techniques)
Histology (Blocking, Sectioning and Microscope Imaging)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Minimum 8% company retirement contribution
Vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer
Free parking
Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro
Company
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
Established in 1946, OMRF is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institute with more than 450 staff and over 50 labs studying cancer, heart disease, autoimmune disorders, and diseases of aging.
Founded in 1946
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tim Hassen
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Brent Keck
Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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