The laboratory of Dr. Pengchun Yu in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking postdoctoral scientists.   We focus on the interface between cellular metabolism and vascular biology and have a proven track record in this field (Circulation Research, 2010; Circulation, 2012; Nature, 2017; J. Biol. Chem., 2021). More information about the lab can be found at https://yulab.omrf.org/. The successful...

The Genes and Human Disease Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (omrf.org) invites candidates to apply for an investigator position at the Assistant Professor level. Current investigators in GHD study questions related to human disease through both model organism and human studies. Our expertise varies from stem cell biology, genome editing, genomics bioinformatics, and neuroepigenetics to human health-related problems including autoimmune diseases, aging, hearing loss, and regeneration. We seek to identify a candidate who will establish an independent research career as well as catalyze collaborative research in...

The Yu Lab at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team. We are part of the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at OMRF. Our research focuses on the interface between cellular metabolism and vascular biology. Specifically, we aim to elucidate the crosstalk between metabolic programs and angiogenic signaling events and to understand the involvement of cellular metabolism in the pathogenesis of vascular diseases. Multidisciplinary strategies will be employed, ranging from novel genetically-modified mouse models to cutting-edge systems biology tools including metabolomics and single-cell...

The Rankin Lab is seeking a Post-doctoral Fellow to study chromosome assembly and dynamics, how these events are controlled, and how corruption of these processes contributes to disease. Our lab forms part of the Program in Cell Cycle and Cancer Biology, which offers an excellent training environment in a state-of-the-art facility. We use a variety of experimental models, including cultured cells, biochemistry, extracts from frog eggs, and advanced microscopy to address problems of chromosome structure, replication, and inheritance. Experience directly related to this field is not necessary, but basic molecular biology skills are preferred. Applicants should...

The Guthridge & James labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to contribute to projects designed to deconstruct the drivers of autoimmune disease at the molecular level in both preclinical and advanced disease states. Studies characterizing the immune cells and their responses against pathogens and autoreactive responses at the cellular and tissue levels using advanced single-cell multiomic phenotyping approaches, high-dimnensional biomarker...

The Ahamed lab is looking for a full-time or part-time Research Technician. Our laboratory studies mouse models of heart diseases with a particular focus on fibrosis. We utilize state-of-the-art techniques in genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry. The position involves breeding of our mouse colony, performing experiments utilizing a variety of techniques, analyzing data, contributing to management and contributing to laboratory management and oversight.   Assists, as needed, with administering injections, medications, venipunctures, applying wound dressings, and with diagnostic procedures as directed by supervisor...

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence is undergoing an exciting time of clinical and clinical research expansion through generous philanthropic support. We are recruiting two physician investigators with clinical research interests in investigator-initiated clinical trials, outcomes research, or other patient-oriented investigation to join our strong multi-disciplinary MS clinical care and research team. Building on strong clinical research infrastructure with longitudinal cohorts, a cadre of talented clinical coordinators/clinical research nurses, diverse aspects of clinical research...

The Ocañas Lab is interested in understanding how biological sex contributes to brain aging and Alzheimer’s disease. We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to join the multidisciplinary Ocañas Laboratory within the Genes and Human Disease (GHD) Research Program at OMRF. The fellow will investigate how ovarian aging and altered endocrine signaling impacts neuroinflammation in the hippocampus. The successful candidate will employ a wide range of techniques including the generation of novel mouse models, single-cell transcriptomics, epigenomics, flow cytometry, histology & pathological...

The Rice Lab is seeking a Research Technician to conduct research in cellular and molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer’s disease and normal brain function using mouse models. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: - Managing mouse colony (updating strain database, setting up breeders, and genotyping by PCR) - Euthanizing mice and dissecting brain tissue - Sectioning, immunostaining, and imaging brain tissue - Participating in lab and departmental meetings

The laboratory of Dr. Brian Coon in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking postdoctoral scientists. The Coon lab studies the physiological relationship between vascular biomechanics and homeostasis, and how the disruption of these circuits contributes to vascular diseases. We are multidisciplinary and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. After an initial selection period, applicants will be invited to...

The Miller Lab is currently hiring for a Research Technician who will design, perform and analyze complex research experiments. Organizes, interprets, and communicates data to supervisor and co-workers. Modifies protocols to improve processes. Documents work appropriately. Troubleshoots problems in lab. May provide guidance to research staff, graduate students, and post docs. Collaborates, builds constructive relationships, and effectively communicates with other members of the lab. Works independently, but seeks assistance when needed. Operates highly specialized equipment requiring moderate to high degree of skill. Expected to perform more advanced...

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Department and Rheumatology Center of Excellence is recruiting two physician-investigator faculty members with clinical care and research interests in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases. These investigators will be expected to have or to develop vibrant clinical research programs, in areas such as clinical trials, cohort studies, health equity, outcomes research, or other patient-oriented investigation and would join our strong multi-disciplinary Rheumatology clinical care and research teams. Building on strong clinical research infrastructure with longitudinal cohorts, a cadre of talented clinical...

The James/Guthridge labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) is a translational immunology laboratory focused on understanding the pathogenesis, prediction, prevention and precision treatment of immune-mediated diseases to improve patients’ lives. We have large, complex experimental datasets partnered with detailed clinical data to help better understand autoimmune disease and improve treatments. Join our dynamic team in a well-funded research group in the Oklahoma Autoimmunity Center of...

The James/Guthridge labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) is a translational immunology laboratory focused on understanding the pathogenesis, prediction, prevention and precision treatment of immune-mediated diseases to improve patients’ lives. We have large, complex experimental datasets partnered with detailed clinical data to help better understand disease and improve treatments. We also help lead large, national, NIH funded consortia such as the Autoimmune Centers of Excellence and Accelerating...

The James and Guthridge labs are hiring two Assistant/Associate/or full Staff Scientists to design and conduct research experiments; prepare reports presentations and manuscripts for publication; assists with grant writing; and oversee and/or manage research projects, summarize and present results, as well as guiding/leading graduate students, postdocs, and lab staff; may manage staff. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of scientific theory and research; principles of immunology demonstrates skill in formulating and...

The Philanthropy Department is seeking a motivated, positive, self-starter intern to assist with all facets of Philanthropy including, but not limited to: - Note writing, phone calls, new donor research - Assist with outside tours of labs and facilities - Assist with the OMRF Teen Leaders Program - Assist with annual donor events including 241 and the MS Advocate Award Dinner - Other general office administration (filing, scanning, copying, etc.) This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Major Gifts and Outreach.

• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms for patient examinations and prepare patients for medical exam. • Interview and record patients/participants’ medical history, vital statistics, medications, and other medical information. • Assist clinicians in the examination process. • Maintain patient records and adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). • Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies. • Prepare and administer medications, injections, or treatments. • Draw blood and obtain and prepare other specimens for lab tests as directed by the physician or other health care provider. • Coordinate with external medical facilities.

The Bodine Lab is seeking a research technician to conduct research in cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating skeletal muscle size and function in response to disease and aging using rodent models. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: - Managing mouse colony (updating strain database, setting up breeders, and genotyping by PCR) - Exercise training of laboratory animals - Euthanizing animals and dissecting muscle tissue - Sectioning, immunostaining, and imaging muscle tissue - Participating in lab and departmental meetings

The Mao-Draayer Lab is looking for a highly motivated, organized, responsible person who will play a key role in achieving the mission of the lab. We aim to discover cellular and molecular mechanisms how immune dysfunctions cause human autoimmune diseases including multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, and other neuroinflammatory disease. We utilize variety of approaches including immunology, genetics, metabolomics, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology. Responsibilities will include: - Collecting human blood sample and PBMC isolations - Conducting flowcytometry immunophenotyping experiments as well as to assess immune cell...

The Guthridge Lab is seeking a Research Technician for the Biorepository which supports our clinical and translational research investigators. Candidates should be highly organized, motivated and team oriented. Duties will include all repository activities related to receipt, processing, storage, maintenance and records management of human blood and tissue samples related to studies and clinical trials in a CAP (College of American Pathologists) certified facility. Individual will need to be comfortable working in cold temperatures with appropriate personal safety protections and working with human samples.