Research Technician

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

32d • Onsite

About The Position

Come join the staff at OUHC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OUHC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer.
The Pioszak lab studies clinically important cell surface G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) that are involved in diseases including migraine headache, cardiovascular and lymphatic disorders, osteoporosis, diabetes, and obesity. We are seeking a laboratory technician to conduct experiments on GPCR signaling mechanisms and drug design. We use the tools/methods of biochemistry, pharmacology, structural biology, and cell biology in our research. Much of the work involves in vitro experiments with purified proteins or cell culture systems.
Provides assistance to a research staff by conducting simple research experiments, collecting data and samples, keeping records, conducting literature searches, analyzing data, and preparing reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, or other health related field.
• Will accept 48 months equivalent experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and regulations.
• Proficient with computers including data software and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be detail oriented.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.

Nice To Haves

• Well organized
• Attention to detail
• Time management skills
• Strong work ethic
• Works well with others

Responsibilities

• Conducts simple research and laboratory analysis to include but not limited to measure and weigh compounds and solutions, isolate, identify and prepare specimens, and collect samples and other research data.
• Assist in simple clinical research projects collecting data from patients and/or participates in a study or project.
• Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects, which could include database information patient consent forms, and/or hard files.
• Interprets and analyzes data and discusses with principal investigator.
• Prepares reports concerning the progress of the project.
• Keeps detailed logs of all research related activities.
• Conducts literature searches.
• Conducts data analyses, interprets results, summarizes findings, and presents to Principal Investigator.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees