Biolab Student Research Trainee Program - Research Trainee

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Participates in an assigned research project while also contributing to other laboratory efforts. Conducts literature reviews to inform study design. With guidance from the supervisor, develops research plans, designs experiments, and outlines experimental procedures. Executes a range of experiments in accordance with established protocols. Prepares reports and manuscripts for publication. Presents findings to diverse audiences. Troubleshoots routine issues independently and seeks guidance for more complex problems. Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nations 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 Alzheimers disease, cancer, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nations 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.

Requirements

BA or BS degree in one of the biological sciences, physics, chemistry or relevant field.
Must be pursuing an advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.)

Responsibilities

Participates in an assigned research project while also contributing to other laboratory efforts.
Conducts literature reviews to inform study design.
With guidance from the supervisor, develops research plans, designs experiments, and outlines experimental procedures.
Executes a range of experiments in accordance with established protocols.
Prepares reports and manuscripts for publication.
Presents findings to diverse audiences.
Troubleshoots routine issues independently and seeks guidance for more complex problems.