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 Lessard Lab is seeking a high-level research technician to advanced cell and molecular biology techniques including, but not limited to, in vitro cell culture (mammalian cells, primary cells, and human inducible pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs)), CRISPR genome editing, and single cell sequencing technologies including single cell transcriptomics using the latest 10X genomics platforms.


Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, a related field or equivalent years of relevant lab experience.  ExperienceMinimum of 2 years of laboratory experience. Proficient in advanced cell and molecular biology techniques. Familiarity with bacterial cloning, plasmid isolation, and transfection in mammalian cell systems and/or viral transduction in mammalian cell systems. Extensive experience in at least one of the following:10X Genomics single cell transcriptomicsCRISPR Cas9 editingSMART-seq platformsPerturb-seqPrime editingHiC/3C/Micro-CSingle cell ATAC-seq and RNA-seqFlow cytometry Skills & Qualities Effective communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Motivated, conscientious, and highly dependable. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and protocols/procedures. Capable of writing routine reports and correspondence. Able to work with minimal instruction on routine tasks. Proficient in basic mathematical operations (e.g., rate, ratio, percent, molarity, unit conversion). Capable of organizing and performing precise and accurate work with samples and chemicals. 


To apply, visit https://careers-omrf.icims.com/jobs/1657/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.