Postdoctoral and Academic Positions at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institute, United States.
Postdoc – Cellular Metabolism
The laboratory of Dr. Pengchun Yu in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking postdoctoral scientists. We focus on the interface between cellular metabolism and vascular biology and have a proven track record in this field (Circulation Research, 2010; Circulation, 2012; Nature, 2017; J. Biol. Chem., 2021). More information about the lab can be found at https://yulab.omrf.org/. The successful…CategoryScientific ID2022-1373 ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Assistant Professor
The Genes and Human Disease Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (omrf.org) invites candidates to apply for an investigator position at the Assistant Professor level. Current investigators in GHD study questions related to human disease through both model organism and human studies. Our expertise varies from stem cell biology, genome editing, genomics bioinformatics, and neuroepigenetics to human health-related problems including autoimmune diseases, aging, hearing loss, and regeneration. We seek to identify a candidate who will establish an independent research career as well as catalyze collaborative research in…CategoryScientific ID2022-1461 ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Research Technician/Research Technician II
The Yu Lab at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team. We are part of the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at OMRF. Our research focuses on the interface between cellular metabolism and vascular biology. Specifically, we aim to elucidate the crosstalk between metabolic programs and angiogenic signaling events and to understand the involvement of cellular metabolism in the pathogenesis of vascular diseases. Multidisciplinary strategies will be employed, ranging from novel genetically-modified mouse models to cutting-edge systems biology tools including metabolomics and single-cell…CategoryLaboratory ID2023-1542 ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc
The Rankin Lab is seeking a Post-doctoral Fellow to study chromosome assembly and dynamics, how these events are controlled, and how corruption of these processes contributes to disease. Our lab forms part of the Program in Cell Cycle and Cancer Biology, which offers an excellent training environment in a state-of-the-art facility. We use a variety of experimental models, including cultured cells, biochemistry, extracts from frog eggs, and advanced microscopy to address problems of chromosome structure, replication, and inheritance. Experience directly related to this field is not necessary, but basic molecular biology skills are preferred. Applicants should…CategoryScientific ID2023-1545
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Research Technician II/Research Technician III
The Guthridge & James labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to contribute to projects designed to deconstruct the drivers of autoimmune disease at the molecular level in both preclinical and advanced disease states. Studies characterizing the immune cells and their responses against pathogens and autoreactive responses at the cellular and tissue levels using advanced single-cell multiomic phenotyping approaches, high-dimnensional biomarker…CategoryLaboratory ID2023-1555 ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Full-Time or Part-Time Research Technician
The Ahamed lab is looking for a full-time or part-time Research Technician. Our laboratory studies mouse models of heart diseases with a particular focus on fibrosis. We utilize state-of-the-art techniques in genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry. The position involves breeding of our mouse colony, performing experiments utilizing a variety of techniques, analyzing data, contributing to management and contributing to laboratory management and oversight. Assists, as needed, with administering injections, medications, venipunctures, applying wound dressings, and with diagnostic procedures as directed by supervisor…CategoryLaboratory ID2023-1562 DepartmentCardiovascular Biology – Ahamed
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Investigator
The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence is undergoing an exciting time of clinical and clinical research expansion through generous philanthropic support. We are recruiting two physician investigators with clinical research interests in investigator-initiated clinical trials, outcomes research, or other patient-oriented investigation to join our strong multi-disciplinary MS clinical care and research team. Building on strong clinical research infrastructure with longitudinal cohorts, a cadre of talented clinical coordinators/clinical research nurses, diverse aspects of clinical research…CategoryScientific ID2023-1568 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology – Pardo ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc – Reproductive Biology, Neuroscience, & Aging
The Ocañas Lab is interested in understanding how biological sex contributes to brain aging and Alzheimer’s disease. We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to join the multidisciplinary Ocañas Laboratory within the Genes and Human Disease (GHD) Research Program at OMRF. The fellow will investigate how ovarian aging and altered endocrine signaling impacts neuroinflammation in the hippocampus. The successful candidate will employ a wide range of techniques including the generation of novel mouse models, single-cell transcriptomics, epigenomics, flow cytometry, histology & pathological…CategoryScientific ID2023-1628 DepartmentGenes & Human Disease – Ocañas ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc – Biomechanics & Vascular Dynamics
The laboratory of Dr. Brian Coon in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking postdoctoral scientists. The Coon lab studies the physiological relationship between vascular biomechanics and homeostasis, and how the disruption of these circuits contributes to vascular diseases. We are multidisciplinary and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. After an initial selection period, applicants will be invited to…CategoryScientific ID2023-1665 DepartmentCardiovascular Biology – Coon ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Rheumatology Faculty Clinical Investigator
The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Department and Rheumatology Center of Excellence is recruiting two physician-investigator faculty members with clinical care and research interests in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases. These investigators will be expected to have or to develop vibrant clinical research programs, in areas such as clinical trials, cohort studies, health equity, outcomes research, or other patient-oriented investigation and would join our strong multi-disciplinary Rheumatology clinical care and research teams. Building on strong clinical research infrastructure with longitudinal cohorts, a cadre of talented clinical…CategoryScientific ID2024-1672 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology (ACI)
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc – Human Immunology (Autoimmunity)
The James/Guthridge labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) is a translational immunology laboratory focused on understanding the pathogenesis, prediction, prevention and precision treatment of immune-mediated diseases to improve patients’ lives. We have large, complex experimental datasets partnered with detailed clinical data to help better understand autoimmune disease and improve treatments. Join our dynamic team in a well-funded research group in the Oklahoma Autoimmunity Center of…CategoryScientific ID2024-1673 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology – James
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Scientific Medical Writer
The James/Guthridge labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) is a translational immunology laboratory focused on understanding the pathogenesis, prediction, prevention and precision treatment of immune-mediated diseases to improve patients’ lives. We have large, complex experimental datasets partnered with detailed clinical data to help better understand disease and improve treatments. We also help lead large, national, NIH funded consortia such as the Autoimmune Centers of Excellence and Accelerating…CategoryAdministrative ID2024-1674 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology – James
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Assistant/Associate/Staff Scientist – Human Immunology (Autoimmunity)
The James and Guthridge labs are hiring two Assistant/Associate/or full Staff Scientists to design and conduct research experiments; prepare reports presentations and manuscripts for publication; assists with grant writing; and oversee and/or manage research projects, summarize and present results, as well as guiding/leading graduate students, postdocs, and lab staff; may manage staff. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of scientific theory and research; principles of immunology demonstrates skill in formulating and…CategoryScientific ID2024-1675 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology – James
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Research Technician
The Bodine Lab is seeking a research technician to conduct research in cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating skeletal muscle size and function in response to disease and aging using rodent models. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: – Managing mouse colony (updating strain database, setting up breeders, and genotyping by PCR) – Exercise training of laboratory animals – Euthanizing animals and dissecting muscle tissue – Sectioning, immunostaining, and imaging muscle tissue – Participating in lab and departmental meetingsCategoryLaboratory ID2024-1680 DepartmentAging & Metabolism (A&M)
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Research Technician
The Mao-Draayer Lab is looking for a highly motivated, organized, responsible person who will play a key role in achieving the mission of the lab. We aim to discover cellular and molecular mechanisms how immune dysfunctions cause human autoimmune diseases including multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, and other neuroinflammatory disease. We utilize variety of approaches including immunology, genetics, metabolomics, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology. Responsibilities will include: – Collecting human blood sample and PBMC isolations – Conducting flowcytometry immunophenotyping experiments as well as to assess immune cell…CategoryLaboratory ID2024-1685 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology (ACI)
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Purchasing Agent
• Reviews requisitions, verifying accuracy, terminology, specifications. Approves requisitions for conversion to Purchase Orders. • Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. • Estimates values according to knowledge of market price. • Prepares bid requests when required. • Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and to scope of authority. • Maintains procurement records (e.g.: items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories) • Troubleshoots with users, vendors, and others regarding defective or unacceptable goods or services and determines…CategoryAdministrative ID2024-1690 DepartmentPurchasing
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Research Technician/Research Technician II
The Deshmukh Labat the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team. We are part of the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program at OMRF. The primary focus of our laboratory is to investigate how aging influences autoimmunity and salivary gland disease. Our lab employs animal model systems to gain in-depth knowledge of disease mechanisms. We feel this is key for developing novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies to treat autoimmune and…CategoryLaboratory ID2024-1699 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology – Deshmukh
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Animal Support Technician
The Animal Support Technician position plays a key role in helping to support the functions of those caring for laboratory animals. This position does not work directly with the animals. Job duties include: 1. Performs cleaning, sanitization, and preparation of caging and accessories by processing dirty and clean cages and equipment for a variety of laboratory animal species in a timely manner. 2. Operates equipment including autoclaves, mechanical washers, bedding dispenser, per department SOP’s. 3. Perform daily maintenance requirements of equipment as per SOP’s and notify supervisor of any equipment malfunctions. 4. Sanitize all areas of facility per department…CategoryOther ID2024-1701 DepartmentComparative Medicine (LARC)
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc/Assistant Staff Scientist
The laboratory of Dr. Meng Zhao in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow/Assistant Staff Scientist to investigate the metabolic regulation of T cells in the pathogenesis of human diseases. The fellow’s project focuses on understanding the mechanistic interaction between metabolic remodeling and immune functions during the development of autoimmune, infectious diseases or cancer. The postdoctoral fellow will work with cutting…CategoryScientific ID2024-1702 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology – Zhao
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc – Immunology
The Mao-Draayer Lab is a translational immunology laboratory focused on understanding the pathogenesis, prediction, prevention and precision treatment of immune-mediated diseases to improve patients’ lives. We have large, complex experimental datasets partnered with detailed clinical data to help better understand disease and improve treatments. Join our dynamic team in a well-funded research group in an autoimmune disease center of excellence. We are focused on identifying and characterizing mechanisms of autoimmune disease onset and flare, including regulatory immune mechanisms. We are seeking Postdocs with a strong immunology background to…CategoryScientific ID2024-1704 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology (ACI)
Clinical Research Coordinator
The Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program is seeking enthusiastic, hard-working, fast-learner who wants to make a difference, providing novel care options to patients with CNS autoimmune diseases, like multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica. Duties include: – Coordinating and maintaining all documentation in accordance with and assuring compliance with research and clinical trial regulations and protocols. Preparing, submitting, and monitoring documentation and changes for Institutional Review Board (IRB) and HIPAA issues, rules and regulations including…CategoryAdministrative ID2024-1705 DepartmentArthritis & Clinical Immunology (ACI)
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoc
The Gaffney Lab is hiring for a Postdoctoral Fellow who will design and conduct research experiments; manage research projects; and prepare reports and papers for publication, presentation and future research. This is a mentored position for postdoctoral training.CategoryScientific ID2024-1707 DepartmentGenes & Human Disease (GHD)
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Research Technician
The Etchegaray Lab is currently hiring for a Research Technician who will design, perform and analyze complex research experiments. Organizes, interprets, and communicates data to supervisor and co-workers. Modifies protocols to improve processes. Documents work appropriately. Troubleshoots problems in lab. May provide guidance to research staff, graduate students, and post docs. Collaborates, builds constructive relationships, and effectively communicates with other members of the lab. Works independently, but seeks assistance when needed. Operates highly specialized equipment requiring moderate to high degree of skill. Expected to…CategoryLaboratory ID2024-1708 DepartmentAging & Metabolism – Etchegaray ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Supervisor of After-Hours Duty Technicians
In addition to regular duties as Facility Services and/or Scientific Instrument Services team member, supervise after-hours duty technicians. Ensure appropriate, timely responses to after-hours and/or emergency building events. Assess needs and recommend strategies to ensure effective, efficient, safe operations. Maintain professional, symbiotic relations with internal and external partners like Security, OUHSC Police Department, Environmental Health, Safety & Institutional Compliance, Research Programs, and more. Coach, train, and act as main point of contact for after-hours duty technicians. Make recommendations for staff growth and development. Oversee, plan and coordinate communication of schedules, shift variations/coverage needs, procedure/policy…CategoryOther ID2024-1709 DepartmentFacility Services
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Grant & Contract Administrator/Sr. Grant & Contract Administrator
The Grants & Contracts Administrator / Senior Grants & Contracts Administrator position will be responsible for areas of research administration, including both pre- and post-award functions, and providing sponsored project support from proposal to project close out. Responsibilities Include: • Assisting Principal Investigators/Program Chairs with budgets and other grant application components. • Reviewing and submitting grant applications to multiple funding agencies, ensuring compliance with OMRF policies, state, and federal regulations, and with the policies, procedures, and requirements of funding agencies. • Advising and assisting Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) and…CategoryAdministrative ID2024-1710
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoctoral Scientist – Aging &Metabolism
The Etchegaray Lab in the Aging and Metabolism Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is hiring a Postdoctoral Fellow. In the Etchegaray lab we study the intersection of inflammation and tissue metabolism during aging, with a major focus on the central nervous system and the tissue-resident macrophages that populate this tissue. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to work in the field(s) of aging, metabolism, epithelial cell biology, and tissue-resident macrophage function. In addition to joining a dynamic laboratory, the candidate would also be positioned in a highly collaborative and…CategoryScientific ID2024-1711 DepartmentAging & Metabolism – Etchegaray ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Postdoctoral Scientist
This is a mentored position for postdoctoral training. Incumbents at this level plan, design and conduct research experiments; manage research projects; prepare reports and papers for publication, presentation and future research; contribute to grant writing and are encouraged to write applications for fellowships. Learn the complexities of research lab management and participate in various lab management responsibilities.CategoryScientific ID2024-1712 DepartmentAging & Metabolism (A&M) ClassificationOn-going
Job LocationsUS-OK-Oklahoma City
Animal Care Technician
1. Performs basic animal care functions including daily health observations and cage changing. 2. Performs routine medical treatments under the direction of the supervisor and veterinarian. 3. Maintains a clean and safe working environment 4. Clean and sanitize assigned areas of facility per department SOP’s. 5. Maintain quality control records. 6. Performs, as directed, safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed. 7. Assist with monitoring facility environment, notify supervisor of any problems detected. 8. Carry out all duties in compliance with standards of oversight bodies (AAALAC, PHS, etc.) and department SOP’s. 9. Maintains positive working relationships as a team player through problem…CategoryLaboratory ID2024-1713