Staff Scientist - Immunology

Overview

The James/Guthridge labs (james.omrf.org; Guthridge.omrf.org) are translational immunology laboratories 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.

OMRF is an independent, not-for-profit biomedical research institute adjacent to the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) campus in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy.

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.

Responsibilities

The James and Guthridge labs are hiring for a Staff Scientist to design and conduct research experiments; prepare reports and papers for publication, presentation and future research; 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; demonstrates skill in formulating and testing hypotheses; ability to conduct scientific research experiments; to analyze and summarize data and results; to write technical, scientific papers; to write grants and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to mentor students and guide/direct the work of less senior scientists

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Immunology, but Molecular Biology, Pathology, Biostatistics, Cell Biology or a related field with some Immunology training or experience accepted. 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, assist with papers/presentations, etc.

OMRF has mandated the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees, excluding those with an approved medical or religious accommodation, as a condition of employment. Applicants must have received, or be willing to receive, a COVID-19 vaccine by their start date to be considered for employment.

Preferred Qualifications

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