Assistant/Associate/Staff Scientist � Lewis Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The laboratory of Dr. Tommy Lewis in the Aging & Metabolism Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated individual at the Assistant, Associate, or Staff Scientist level. The successful applicant will employ a variety of experimental techniques to assist with our studies of neuronal mitochondria in health and disease. Methods and approaches used will include: animal husbandry, in utero electroporation, microscopy, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry analyses, and molecular biology (e.g., PCR, plasmid preparations and cloning). Candidates should anticipate contributing to an intellectually rigorous and stimulating laboratory environment designed to delineate key components of neuronal and mitochondrial biology. Additionally, the applicant will help with laboratory management and new personnel training.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent
• Familiarity with standard lab techniques.
• 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.
• Must be efficient with time and project management.
• Must have the ability to multi-task and work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team with complementary skill sets.

Nice To Haves

• Significant experience working with mice or performing microscopy is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts scientific research.
• Presents scientific/technical information both formally and informally.
• Oversees and/or manage a research project(s).
• Supervises laboratory personnel according to policies and procedures and applicable laws.
• Manages lab operation to include completion of specific projects by providing input within area of expertise.
• Modifies, develops, maintains and improves lab procedures and/or protocols.
• Assists with preparation of research results for publications, grants, and presentations.
• Coaches and provides technical advice to employees/affiliates involved in a project within the lab.
• Builds constructive relationships with other labs and technical advisers to assist with experimental design and procedures.
• Orders and maintains lab supplies and equipment.

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 caf, 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees