Postdoctoral Scientist - Zhao Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The laboratory of Dr. Meng Zhao in the Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to investigate the metabolic regulation of T cells in the pathogenesis of human diseases. The Postdoc's project focuses on understanding the mechanistic interaction between metabolic remodeling and immune functions during the development of autoimmune, infectious diseases or cancer. The Postdoc will work with cutting edge resources including spectral flowcytometry, high resolution microscopy, novel genetically modified mouse models, metabolomic analysis, and single cell/spatial transcriptomic analysis. OMRF has made The Scientist magazines annual list of the Best Places to Work for Postdocs for many years. The Arthritis & Clinical Immunology Research Program is the home base for one of only 10 Autoimmune Centers of Excellence (ACE) in the U.S. Apart from the close mentorship from Dr. Zhao, the Postdoc will benefit from departmental journal clubs, seminar series, and the expertise from diverse approaches in the program and the institute. Moreover, OMRF Postdoc Training Committee and Postdoc Association will provide additional resource and advice. Our collective goal is to help make the training experience at OMRF productive and successful.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent (or expected to receive degree soon).
• Excellent experimental and communication skills.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate and write summaries of result.
• Professionalism while interacting with a diverse group of people, personalities, and cultures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous research experience with mouse models, immunology and/or metabolism is highly valued, but not required.
• Solid training in biological science with peer-reviewed publications.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree