Assistant/Associate/Staff Scientist – Human Immunology (Autoimmunity) - Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is an independent, not-for-profit, biomedical research institute adjacent to the campus of the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) located in Oklahoma City. OMRF investigators have internationally recognized expertise in Autoimmunity, Immunology, Genetics, Genomics, Aging, Cardiovascular Disease, and Cancer. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation’s leaders in patents per scientist.

Our OMRF Autoimmune Disease Institute houses Centers of Excellence and specialty research clinics and cohorts for Rheumatic Diseases (focusing on lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, undifferentiated connective tissue disease, ANA+ healthy individuals and Sjogren's disease) and for Multiple Sclerosis and related diseases. In addition to following over 4,000 patients with these conditions, teams of basic and clinical investigators conduct extensive clinical, translational and mechanistic research using samples obtained from these large clinical programs. We are fortunate to hold collaborative funding as an UM1 NIAID-funded Autoimmunity Center of Excellence, two U01 Autoimmunity Prevention Centers, one NIGMS-funded S06 Native American Research Center of Health in rheumatic disease, a NIAMS-funded P30 Oklahoma Rheumatic Disease Research Cores Center and NIGMS-funded U54 Oklahoma Shared Clinical and Translational Resources. Investigators at OMRF enjoy close scientific interactions with OUHSC faculty and participate in OUHSC graduate programs. Additional information about OMRF can be found at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation web site: www.omrf.org.

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 commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values.

OMRF’s excellence can only be fully realized by individuals who share our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values. OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, onsite café, 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 and out of state. Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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 results
• 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 and principles of immunology

-Demonstrated skill in formulating and testing hypotheses
-Ability to conduct scientific research experiments and to analyze and summarize data/results

-Ability to write technical, scientific papers and grants

-Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

-Ability to mentor students and guide/direct the work of less senior scientists

Ph.D. in Immunology or closely related field, M.D. with research experience or equivalent field and some Immunology training or experience.

Good written and oral communication skills necessary. Ability to communicate and write summaries of results required. Must be willing to serve as a project lead, assemble data, make summary slides, help with progress reports, and assist with papers/presentations.

Ph.D. in Immunology or closely related field. Previous post-doctoral experience in immunology and two or more first author publications. Interest in autoimmunity, infectious disease and/or human immune responses preferred.