Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

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 Zhao Lab is looking for a laboratory technician. The individual is expected to perform routine laboratory procedures according to standardized protocols and report results. She/He receives detailed instructions on assignments and regular supervision. This long-term position provides an excellent opportunity to learn mouse genetics and molecular techniques. It also allows the individual to gain experience in general lab management.

Responsibilities will include:
- Managing mouse colony: updating strain database, setting up breeders and genotyping by PCRs
- Euthanizing animals and preparing tissue
- Making common buffer/solutions and maintaining lab stocks of chemicals
- Ordering reagents for the lab


Qualifications
General Education Diploma with solid understanding of mathematical calculation. Should be familiar with general lab techniques and basic knowledge of technical/functional procedures. Basic computer skills to include knowledge of Internet software, order processing system, and Microsoft Office software. Must have the ability to carefully follow written and verbal instructions, be highly motivated, conscientious, and highly dependable.


To apply, visit https://careers-omrf.icims.com/jobs/1611/laboratory-technician/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.



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