Postdoc - Biomechanics & Vascular Dynamics

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

Oklahoma City, OK

ID: 7229867 (Ref.No. 5110179)
Posted: March 18, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

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

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 cafe, 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.


Responsibilities
The laboratory of Dr. Brian Coon in the Cardiovascular Biology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking postdoctoral scientists.

The Coon lab studies the physiological relationship between vascular biomechanics and homeostasis, and how the disruption of these circuits contributes to vascular diseases. We are multidisciplinary and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. After an initial selection period, applicants will be invited to discuss projects that leverage their scientific interests and technical strengths to address critical questions in vascular biology. Examples of our current projects include the study of - novel mouse genetic models of human diseases, genetic and biochemical drivers of vascular remodeling, crosstalk between mechanotransduction and metabolism pathways, and cell state transitions.

OMRF is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institute. The innovative basic and translational research at OMRF covers critical areas such as cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, aging, and cancer. OMRF has made The Scientist magazine’s annual list of the “Best Places to Work for Postdocs” for many years. The institute offers postdoctoral fellows an exceptional research and training environment with state-of-the-art facilities and outstanding core technology laboratories including imaging, next-gen and spatial sequencing, and clinical genomics. Throughout their tenure, postdocs will be offered scientific and career development support through both Dr. Coon and institutional programs. This may include a faculty mentoring committee, grants and manuscript writing, and travel awards to attend international meetings and workshops.


Qualifications
Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or Related area; M.D.; or equivalent. Technical proficiency and work ethic.


To apply, visit https://careers-omrf.icims.com/jobs/1665/post-doctoral-fellow/job?in_iframe=1

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.