Laboratory Technician

• (Part-Time)
• Finn Lab Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
• 4.

3 Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Part-time 1 hour ago Benefits Free parking Paid holidays Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Entry level Full Job Description Position Overview and Responsibilities The Finn Lab at OMRF is looking for creative, motivated applicants for a part-time Research Technician position. We study how the genome is organized in human cells in order to understand how those cells make decisions. The technician would work closely with a graduate student mentor on a project focusing on how genome organization and histone modification collaborate to regulate genes in cancer cells. As necessary, we will train you on relevant techniques (likely including but not limited to DNA/RNA Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization, immunofluorescence, confocal imaging, and image processing). You will carry out experiments independently after training and share in regular lab maintenance tasks. You will present your work one-on-one and in small group sessions to the lab, and we will identify and plan future experiments together. Minimum Qualifications Basic knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software. Must be detail oriented and work independently as well as a team player. Preferred Qualifications Professional lab experience with relevant techniques such as cell culture, confocal microscopy, and image processing will be greatly advantageous. Scripting experience with R or Python strongly preferred. Work Hours This is a part-time position with flexible hours, 10-15 hours per week.

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 Benefits:

We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite café, 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. Learn more about our benefits here. OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.