Job Description

and Responsibilities

The Humphries Lab is looking for a temporary Research Technician I to conduct basic research in aging, cardiac muscle biology and mitochondrial function through in vitro and in vivo approaches with mice.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Mammalian cell culture
• Western blotting
• Real-time PCR analysis
• Basic biochemical assays
• Immunohistochemistry
• Mouse work
• PCR genotyping

Minimum Requirements

• BS/BA degree in one of the biological sciences, physics, chemistry, or related area, or equivalent years of relevant lab experience.
• Should be familiar with lab techniques.
• Ability to apply developing knowledge to coordinate day-to-day work, and complete a variety of detailed tasks and assignments.
• Basic knowledge of Internet software, order processing system, data base and Microsoft Office software.
• Must be detail-oriented and work independently as well as a team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum GPA of 3.2.
• Previous lab experience working with rodents (especially mice) is highly preferred.
• Previous experience with cell culture and Western blotting is also preferred.

Work Hours

Typically Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM.

OMRF 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 collective commitment to our mission, “. . . so that more may live longer, healthier lives.” Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to this mission.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.