Dr. Judith James is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist with a strong immunology background to be part of the team working to understand mechanisms of autoimmune disease onset and progression in humans by leveraging the extensive resources and data available from our well characterized clinical cohorts. The James 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 autoimmune disease and improve treatments.  

The James and Guthridge labs within the in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program at OMRF are hiring two Assistant/Associate/or full Staff Scientists to join the team. Responsiblities will include, but are not limited to: - Designing and conducting research experiments - Preparing reports, presentations and manuscripts for publication - Assisting with grant writing - Oversee and/or managing research projects - Summarizing and presenting...

The OMRF Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program and Rheumatology Center of Excellence are recruiting two physician-investigator faculty members with clinical care and research interests in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases. These investigators will be expected to develop vibrant clinical research programs in areas such as clinical trials, cohort studies, health equity, outcomes research, or other patient-oriented investigations, and will join our multidisciplinary Rheumatology clinical care and research teams....

The OMRF Rheumatology Center of Excellence in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program seeks to understand roles of the immune system in health and disease. As we continue to expand, we invite qualified candidates to apply for a clinician or clinical investigator position. While we are primarily recruiting at the Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor levels, we encourage talented candidates at all career stages to apply, as all applications will be considered. As part of our mission to deliver...

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) Rheumatology Research Center of Excellence is looking for a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide outpatient care to patients with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Some key responsibilities include: • Provide clinical patient care under a physician's supervision, review medical records, perform physical exams, and document information in electronic medical/health records • Assist with and/or perform disease-oriented clinical procedures • Assess, determine, plan, and implement patient...

During the 8-week summer program (June 2 - July 25, 2025), Fleming Scholars are expected to: • Maintain communication with Program Staff • Attend weekly seminars and participate in occasional social events • Write, with the help of their mentor, an abstract summarizing their summer project • Give a short, formal scientific presentation outlining their research findings

During the 8-week summer program (June 2 - July 25, 2025), Langston Scholars are expected to: • Maintain communication with Program Staff • Attend weekly seminars and participate in occasional social events • Write, with the help of their mentor, an abstract summarizing their summer project • Give a short, formal scientific presentation outlining their research findings

The Coon Lab is seeking talented and motivated postdoctoral scientists to join our team in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program. Our newly established, NIH-funded lab offers state-of-the-art research space atop OMRF’s research tower. We are investigating the physiological relationship between vascular biomechanics and homeostasis and how disruptions in these processes contribute to vascular diseases such as malformations and dementia. As a multidisciplinary team, we welcome applicants from diverse scientific backgrounds....

The Nath Lab is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven individual to join our team as a Postdoctoral Scientist or Assistant Staff Scientist. Our research focuses on unraveling the genetic mechanisms underlying lupus, a complex autoimmune disease. This position requires expertise in analyzing large-scale genetic and genomic data. The successful candidate will have access to excellent resources to address critical questions in the genetics and genomics of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).   Building on our lab’s success in identifying genes and genetic variants...

A Postdoctoral Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kenneth Humphries within the Aging & Metabolism Research Program at OMRF to study the role of lipid mediators in cardiac and skeletal muscle metabolism and function during aging and age-related disease. Studies will focus on the potential role of mitochondria lipid mediators and oxidative stress on muscle function and metabolism. This is a mentored position for postdoctoral training.   Incumbents at this level are...

The Lee Laboratory in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program (CVB) at the OMRF is seeking postdoctoral scientists to lead research projects on immunometabolism in cardiometabolic diseases. Postdocs will investigate how immune remodeling and metabolism interact with cardiac function and electrophysiology in response to risk factor stressors. The Lee Lab, CVB, and OMRF offer state-of-the-art resources, including advanced equipment for cardiac physiology, mitochondrial and metabolic studies,

The Lee Laboratory in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program (CVB) at the OMRF investigates mechanisms of heart diseases using mouse models and molecular techniques and is seeking a research technician. Some responsibilities associated with this position are, but are not limited to: - Manage mouse colony (breeding, ear tagging). - Perform injections, blood, and tissue sample collection. - Conduct histology and surgical procedures (after proper training). - Perform PCR genotyping. - Quantify RNA and protein levels. - Prepare reagents and order...

The Ocañas Lab is hiring a Research Technician to contribute to projects focused on brain aging and neurodegeneration using in vivo mouse models.   Primary responsibilities will include mouse colony management (breeding, genotyping, record keeping), molecular biology techniques (qPCR, sequencing library preparation), and regular lab maintenance tasks. Other skills will be added as needed to support the research program. In-depth training will be provided for all tasks (no advanced experience required).

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...

Facility Services is seeking a full-time HVAC Maintenance Technician to join the team. The successful hire should be knowledgeable in building control and monitoring systems to include a computer interface used to control and troubleshoot OMRF environment.     Responsibilities: - Performing repairs, troubleshooting, and performing preventative maintenance at the OMRF campus, as well as an additional small unit owned by OMRF located in downtown Oklahoma City. - Maintaining and improving the condition, quality, and integrity...

The Imaging Core facility is looking for a part-time Histology Technician (25–32 hr/wk). This person is needed for intake and preparation for biological samples of microscopic analysis using paraffin, cryo and/ or resin fixation, embedding and sectioning techniques.   Responsibilities: - Performing special staining and protocol design. - Conducting routine maintenance on histology equipment. - Further training on various microscopes and other instruments will be included based on workload and interest.

We are looking for a highly motivated temporary Senior Technical Specialist to join the multidisciplinary Stout Laboratory within the Aging & Metabolism (AM) Research Program at OMRF. The Senior Technical Specialist will investigate how sex hormones and their receptors modulate hypothalamic neurocircuitry and the sex-specific regulation of systemic metabolism during the aging process. The successful candidate will employ a wide range of techniques including stereotaxic injection of AAVs into the brain, chemogenetic approaches (DREADD), brain imaging, single-cell transcriptomics, in vivo metabolic assessments, and a variety of cellular & molecular biology techniques. The candidate will present their data regularly in laboratory meetings. The...

The Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program is seeking a Billing Coordinator who will oversee billing-related processes, communication, and administrative tasks to ensure accurate and timely clinical financial operations. Some responsibility themes include revenue cycle management, client and patient customer support, clinical and laboratory administrative assistance, and other operational duties supporting clinical services. Examples of key responsibilities include:   • Collect and enter...

The laboratory of Dr. Meng Zhao in the Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Research Program (ACI) at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to investigate the metabolic regulation of T cells in the pathogenesis of human diseases. The Postdoc’s project will focus on understanding the mechanistic interaction between metabolic remodeling and immune functions during the development of autoimmune, infectious diseases or cancer. The Postdoc will work with cutting edge resources including...

The Philanthropy Department is seeking a motivated, positive, self-starter intern to assist with all facets of philanthropy, including but not limited to: • Writing notes, making phone calls, and conducting new donor research • Assisting with tours of labs and facilities • Supporting the OMRF Teen Leaders in Philanthropy Program • Assisting with annual donor events and the Annual MS Advocate Award Dinner • Performing general office administration (e.g., filing, scanning, copying)