Postdoctoral Scientist

CAREERS AT OKLAHOMA MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION Have big ideas, passion, and a desire to grow? Join us and make a difference. For multiple consecutive years, Foundation employees have voted OMRF among “Oklahoma’s Top Workplaces.” Our mission: “…so that more may live longer, healthier lives.” Learn more at omrf.org. Position Overview and Responsibilities The Gorman Lab within the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated, passionate Postdoc to investigate the mechanisms of autoimmune disease and/or inflammation. This is a mentored position in which the candidate will design and conduct research experiments; manage research projects; prepare reports and papers for publication, presentation, and future research; and contribute to grant writing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the principles and practices of scientific theory and research. Demonstrates skill in formulating and testing hypotheses. Ability to conduct scientific research experiments, analyze, and summarize data and results. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to present ideas and results. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in a biological science, immunology, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent. Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science. Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and write summaries of result. Professionalism while interacting with a diverse group of people, personalities, and cultures. Preferred Qualifications Strong publication track record in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals in the field of immunology. Interest in autoimmunity and/or infectious disease. Immunology training or experience. Experience with small animal models of autoimmunity or infectious diseases and/or with human immunology along with human specimens specifically peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). Experience with Flow Cytometry and/or RNAseq and other bioinformatics. Experience with tissue culture techniques. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr