Laboratory Technician (Part-Time) - Zhao Lab
Company: Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Overview and Responsibilities Areas of focus: Cellular
Immunology and Mouse Genetics The laboratory of Dr. Meng Zhao in
the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program at the
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a
responsible and detail-oriented part-time laboratory technician to
support ongoing research activities. This position is suitable for
highly motivated high school students, undergraduate students, or
recent graduates who are interested in gaining early exposure to
biomedical research. The primary responsibility of this role is
assisting with the maintenance and monitoring of the laboratory?s
genetically engineered mouse colonies used in studies of immune
regulation and disease models. Primary Responsibilities: -Assisting
with maintenance of mouse colonies -Collecting tail tissue samples
for genotyping -Weighing mice and recording growth data -Performing
basic gross phenotyping and health monitoring of disease models
-Maintaining accurate records related to animal care and
experimental tracking -Preparing routine laboratory buffers and
solutions -Other duties as assigned Additional Exposure: In
addition to animal colony management, the technician will have
opportunities to observe and assist with experiments related to:
-Cellular immunology -Flow cytometry -Molecular biology techniques
-Mouse genetics and disease modeling Responsibilities may expand
with demonstrated reliability and proficiency. Minimum
Qualifications ? Interest in biological or biomedical sciences ?
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills ? Ability to
follow written and verbal instructions carefully ? Dependable and
punctual ? Comfortability working with laboratory animals Preferred
Qualifications ? Coursework in genetics, immunology, or cell
biology ? Strong academic performance (GPA>3.4) Work Hours
Flexible part-time hours Monday through Friday between the hours of
9AM to 5:30PM. 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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