Postbaccalaureate Research Scholar - Rankin Lab

Position Overview and Responsibilities

This postbaccalaureate research opportunity in the Rankin Lab in the Cell Cycle & Cancer Biology Research Program is tailored for students seeking hands-on experience to strengthen their preparation for graduate or professional school in STEM or healthcare fields. Scholars will receive close mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to engage in the scientific community through:

• Hands-on experience in experimental design, lab techniques, and data analysis
• Individualized guidance from faculty mentors through daily interactions and weekly meetings
• Additional mentoring from senior graduate students and postdoctoral scientists for graduate school and/or scientific careers
• Opportunities to present research at local and national meetings and contribute to peer-reviewed publications

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Learning to use molecular genetics techniques, cell free extracts, live-cell imaging, and protein purification in research experiments
• Conducting experiments with guidance from a senior scientist to explore chromosome dynamics
• Maintenance of detailed digital records
• Preparation and maintenance of laboratory stocks, including media, solutions, and reagents

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS degree in biological sciences, physics, chemistry, or related area
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for working as part of a supportive, collaborative team
• Eagerness to learn new techniques and the ability to work independently once trained
• Willingness to work with live animals (frogs)

Work Hours
Typically, Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM.

OMRF Overview
Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation’s 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 Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation’s 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.
OMRF Benefits
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 caf, free onsite fitness center with access to 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.