Role OverviewThe Srinivasan Laboratory at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is recruiting a motivated Research Technician to study the development and disease mechanisms of lymphatic vessels and cardiovascular valves. Successful candidates will have opportunities to develop independent research directions, learn new experimental and computational approaches, present their work at scientific meetings, and contribute to high-impact publications.
What You Will Do
The Research Technician will handle laboratory mice, including breeding, maintenance, and procedures as needed. They will also perform precise, accurate work when handling samples and chemicals, and have basic proficiency with computers, including internet browsing, order processing systems, and Microsoft Office.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical skills, including the ability to compute basic mathematical operations such as rates, ratios, percentages, molarity, and unit conversions. They will also have excellent oral and written communication skills for documenting procedures, summarizing data, and collaborating effectively with team members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a biological science or related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant laboratory experience.
- Ability and willingness to handle laboratory mice, including breeding, maintenance, and procedures as needed.
- Basic proficiency with computers, including internet browsing, order processing systems, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to comprehend instructions, follow protocols, and perform precise, accurate work when handling samples and chemicals.
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to compute basic mathematical operations such as rates, ratios, percentages, molarity, and unit conversions.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for documenting procedures, summarizing data, and collaborating effectively with team members.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Minimum 8% company retirement contribution
- Vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Onsite café
- Free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer
- Free parking
- Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro
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