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 Cleuren Lab is seeking a highly motivated candidate with a background in molecular and computational biology to fill a Senior Technical Specialist position. The lab is based in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program and uses complex mouse genetics and state-of-the-art molecular approaches to study the mechanisms underlying endothelial cell (dys)function in relation to pathology.

The person hired into this position will be expected to perform experimental procedures including the preparation of samples for high-throughput sequencing, implement new molecular techniques, analyze and interpret sequencing data, prepare manuscripts and help writing grant applications. It is expected that the candidate will help mentoring students/guiding lab members, and oversee research projects in the lab.


Qualifications
The candidate must have at least a Bachelor’s degree typically in one of the biological sciences, with at least 8 years of hands-on research experience. The position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally. This position requires a self-driven individual who has a demonstrated ability for critical thinking and problem-solving; they must be able to work independently but also as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. 


To apply, visit https://careers-omrf.icims.com/jobs/1723/senior-technical-specialist/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.