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 Mao-Draayer Lab 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. Join our dynamic team in a well-funded research group in an autoimmune disease center of excellence. We are focused on identifying and characterizing mechanisms of autoimmune disease onset and flare, including regulatory immune mechanisms. We are seeking Postdocs with a strong immunology background to...

The Nath Lab is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven, hardworking, and organized team player to join our efforts as a Postdoctoral Scientist or Assistant Staff Scientist in understanding the genetic mechanisms of lupus, an autoimmune disease. Using whole genome searches, the Nath Lab has identified several genes and genetic variants associated with lupus susceptibility. They are also following up on several genetic loci with experiments to understand the specific functional effects of these lupus-associated genetic variants, using cell lines and patient-derived primary immune cells or tissues. This involves applying various modern techniques for studying...

The Chiao Lab is looking for a motivated postdoctoral scientist to join the team. The Chiao Lab uses mouse models to study molecular mechanisms of cardiac aging and age-related cardiovascular disease and identify potential therapeutic targets. The postdoctoral scientist will work on a NIH-funded study to understand the regulation and role of mitochondrial NAD+ maintenance in cardiac aging. Incumbents at this level plan, design and conduct research experiments; manage research projects; prepare reports and papers for publication, presentation and future research; contribute to grant writing and are encouraged to write applications for...

The OMRF Rheumatology Research Center of Excellence is looking for a temporary Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant that will be responsible for the following tasks:   • Responsible for collecting blood, urine, and other samples • Obtains and understands specimen and test information • Documents physician orders as required • Retrieves orders, requisitions, and labels from EMR for accurate collection and labeling of specimens • Processes samples by centrifugation, pipetting, aliquoting, and slide preparation as required by receiving clinical and research laboratories...

The Lupu Lab studies the processes that control blood clotting at the point where the blood and vessel walls interact, with focus on diseases of the cardiovascular system. We utilize models and techniques in genetics, microscopy, molecular and cell biology, and biochemistry. This position involves performing experiments utilizing various techniques, analyzing data, and contributing to laboratory management and oversight. The successful candidate will have the demonstrated ability to perform, or be willing to learn, the following tasks:   -...

The Lu Laboratory of the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program at OMRF is seeking a conscientious, highly motivated, organized individual to manage experimental animal colonies and perform behavior studies, animal-related procedures, and high-complexity laboratory tests. Detailed responsibilities for this position include: • Manages large animal colonies (>500 animals) and is able to conduct, train, and coordinate various behavior studies in animal models, especially for small rodents. • Performs various...

The Ahamed Lab is looking for a postdoctoral scientist to investigate the role of TGF-beta in organ fibrosis and cardiovascular disease. Our research is supported by several key publications (Antioxid Redox Signal, 2021 [PMID: 34619980]; AIDS, 2020 [PMID: 32167970]; Blood Adv, 2019 [PMID: 30846427]; Blood, 2012 [PMID: 22134166]).

The Gorman Lab is seeking a highly motivated, passionate team player to join our efforts as a Postdoctoral Scientist or Assistant Staff Scientist to investigate the mechanisms of autoimmune disease and/or inflammation. This role involves designing and conducting research experiments; managing research projects; preparing reports and papers for publication, presentation, and future research; contributing to grant writing, and guiding/leading graduate students, postdocs (if applicable) and additional lab staff; may manage staff.   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Knowledge of the principles...

The Gorman Lab is seeking to add a Research Technician to our team, and welcomes candidates of all experience levels to apply. This Technician will focus on performing research experiments and procedures according to standardized protocols and reports results. Receives instructions for each assignment and has the ability to implement the directions. Collects and presents data to Principal Investigator. Supports team to achieve goals. Expected to perform the following duties after appropriate training and time in the position.   Responsibilities will include: • Basic cell culture...

1. Performs basic animal care functions including daily health observations and cage changing. 2. Performs routine medical treatments under the direction of the supervisor and veterinarian. 3. Maintains a clean and safe working environment 4. Clean and sanitize assigned areas of facility per department SOP's. 5. Maintain quality control records. 6. Performs, as directed, safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed. 7. Assist with monitoring facility environment, notify supervisor of any problems detected. 8. Carry out all duties in compliance with standards of oversight bodies (AAALAC, PHS, etc.) and department SOP's. 9. Maintains positive working relationships as a team player through problem...

• Prepare hot and cold food, quickly and efficiently handling the grill and charbroiled station. • Perform detail and general cleaning. • Set up and break down events held on-site. • Care for and maintain non-food inventory, supplies, and equipment. • Stock supplies, run the cash register, and wash dishes. • Assist with menu planning, including daily and weekly specials. • Maintain a welcoming and customer service-oriented attitude toward customers. • Other tasks assigned by supervisor, such as running the cash register or washing dishes.

The Beckstead Lab is looking for a full time Research Technician to conduct basic research in mice associated with substance abuse and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.   The candidate’s primary responsibility (70%) will be organization and maintenance of the lab’s mouse colony: making sure the lab has enough mice on hand for all studies to proceed continuously, genotyping individual mice (or shipping samples out...

The Krishnan Lab in the Genes & Human Disease Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and independent individual to join their team.   The Krishnan Lab studies the evolutionary mutant model organism – Astyanax mexicanus or the blind cavefish – to better understand human metabolic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. An ideal candidate will be...