Research Technician - Alzheimer's Disease

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.

 

BenefitsWe 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 Rice Lab is seeking a Research Technician to conduct research in cellular and molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease and normal brain function using mouse models.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing mouse colony (updating strain database, setting up breeders, and genotyping by PCR)
• Euthanizing mice and dissecting brain tissue
• Sectioning, immunostaining, and imaging brain tissue
• Participating in lab and departmental meetings

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree typically in one of the biological sciences and/or equivalent years of relevant laboratory experience.- Willingness to handle laboratory mice.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous experience with handling laboratory mice.- Interest in neurobiology or Alzheimer's disease research.- Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.- Highly organized and meticulous to ensure accuracy of data collection and recording.- Willingness to learn new techniques and initiative to solve problems.- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Work Hours

Typically Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME