Assistant​/Associate​/Staff Scientist Lewis Lab

Assistant/Associate/Staff Scientist – Lewis Lab

Department : Aging & Metabolism

Location : Oklahoma City, OK

The laboratory of Dr. Tommy Lewis in the Aging & Metabolism Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated individual at the Assistant, Associate, or Staff Scientist level. The successful applicant will employ a variety of experimental techniques to assist with our studies of neuronal mitochondria in health and disease. Methods and approaches used will include: animal husbandry, in utero electroporation, microscopy, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry analyses, and molecular biology (e.g., PCR, plasmid preparations and cloning).

Candidates should anticipate contributing to an intellectually rigorous and stimulating laboratory environment designed to delineate key components of neuronal and mitochondrial biology. Additionally, the applicant will help with laboratory management and new personnel training.

• Conduct scientific research.
• Present scientific/technical information both formally and informally.
• Oversee and/or manage research projects.
• Supervise laboratory personnel according to policies and procedures and applicable laws. Manage lab operation to include completion of specific projects by providing input within area of expertise.
• Modify, develop, maintain and improve lab procedures and/or protocols.
• Assist with preparation of research results for publications, grants, and presentations.
• Coach and provide technical advice to employees/affiliates involved in a project within the lab.
• Build constructive relationships with other labs and technical advisers to assist with experimental design and procedures.
• Order and maintain lab supplies and equipment.

• Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics, or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent.
• Familiarity with standard lab techniques.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and write summaries of results.
• Efficient with time and project management.
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team with complementary skill sets.

• Significant experience working with mice or performing microscopy is highly preferred.

We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite cafe, free onsite fitness center with access to a personal trainer, free parking, and much more. Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro.

Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.