Research Jobs in Oklahoma City, OK
Research jobs in Oklahoma City are concentrated in the medical district near OU Health, the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center corridor, and Bricktown's growing biotech and energy analytics presence, with demand driven by University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, and Mercy and others across healthcare, energy, and defense sectors. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview and Responsibilities
The Beckstead Lab in the Aging & Metabolism Research Program is looking for a full time Research Technician at the I/II or III level to conduct behavioral research in mice associated with substance abuse and neurodegenerative diseases.
The candidate’s primary responsibility (70%) will be running behavioral assays in support of the lab’s NIH-funded projects. This will include planning, executing, and organizing data from operant food and drug self-administration, and also locomotor and cognitive assays. The applicant will be expected to act as a liaison with animal care personnel, ensure compliance with safety and animal use oversight, and monitor the health and sometimes the diet of experimental mice.
Other duties (30%) are varied and will include ordering supplies and reagents, speaking with vendors, and acting as a liaison with the OMRF Preclinical Behavior and Surgical Suite.
Opportunities for future growth include performing survival surgeries on rodents (including jugular catheter implantation, virus injections, and cannulae placement), studies involving immunohistochemistry (staining tissue sections, imaging), and aiding in recording of electrical activity in single neurons.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in one of the biological sciences, physics, chemistry, or related area such as psychology, or equivalent years of relevant lab experience.
- Candidates must have a basic understanding of laboratory procedures and experience or the ability to learn statistical procedures, as well as methods and practices typical to neuroscience.
- Must possess advanced computer skills (or the ability to learn those skills) including data acquisition, Microsoft Office software, order processing, and methods for backing up data. Additional useful skills include molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, imaging, and microscopy.
- Must be reliable and detail oriented, and also be an effective communicator and follow through on job-related tasks.
- Must demonstrate a high level of scientific rigor, and be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ethical behavior is a essential, as the Beckstead lab and OMRF strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for all employees.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of relevant lab experience.
- Experience handling and working with rodents.
Work Hours
Typically Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM, but can vary with requirements of behavioral studies.
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 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 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. Learn more about our benefits here.
OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Overview and Responsibilities
The Beckstead Lab in the Aging & Metabolism Research Program is looking for a full time Research Technician at the I/II or III level to conduct behavioral research in mice associated with substance abuse and neurodegenerative diseases.
The candidate’s primary responsibility (70%) will be running behavioral assays in support of the lab’s NIH-funded projects. This will include planning, executing, and organizing data from operant food and drug self-administration, and also locomotor and cognitive assays. The applicant will be expected to act as a liaison with animal care personnel, ensure compliance with safety and animal use oversight, and monitor the health and sometimes the diet of experimental mice.
Other duties (30%) are varied and will include ordering supplies and reagents, speaking with vendors, and acting as a liaison with the OMRF Preclinical Behavior and Surgical Suite.
Opportunities for future growth include performing survival surgeries on rodents (including jugular catheter implantation, virus injections, and cannulae placement), studies involving immunohistochemistry (staining tissue sections, imaging), and aiding in recording of electrical activity in single neurons.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in one of the biological sciences, physics, chemistry, or related area such as psychology, or equivalent years of relevant lab experience.
- Candidates must have a basic understanding of laboratory procedures and experience or the ability to learn statistical procedures, as well as methods and practices typical to neuroscience.
- Must possess advanced computer skills (or the ability to learn those skills) including data acquisition, Microsoft Office software, order processing, and methods for backing up data. Additional useful skills include molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, imaging, and microscopy.
- Must be reliable and detail oriented, and also be an effective communicator and follow through on job-related tasks.
- Must demonstrate a high level of scientific rigor, and be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ethical behavior is a essential, as the Beckstead lab and OMRF strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for all employees.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of relevant lab experience.
- Experience handling and working with rodents.
Work Hours
Typically Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM, but can vary with requirements of behavioral studies.
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 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 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. Learn more about our benefits here.
OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who's Hiring
- University of Oklahoma48
- Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation3
- Mercy1
- CVS Health1
- EmVenio Research1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
Research Jobs in Oklahoma City: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research job in Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City's research market is anchored by healthcare institutions in the medical district, energy companies in the downtown core, and defense contractors near Tinker Air Force Base. Candidates with hands-on laboratory skills, data analysis experience, or sector-specific knowledge in oil and gas or clinical science have a clear edge. Applying directly to hospital systems, university research centers, and energy firms gives you the best footing in this market.
Which companies hire researchs in Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City research roles are posted by University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, and Mercy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. The local employer base includes major hospital networks, university-affiliated research institutes, energy corporations, and federal defense contractors tied to the Tinker Air Force Base complex.
Are there remote research jobs in Oklahoma City?
Yes, though it depends heavily on the role, as hands-on laboratory or clinical research positions are rarely remote while analytical, policy, and data-focused research roles often are. About 0% of research openings tied to Oklahoma City are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting a mix across the local market. Desk-based research roles in energy analysis and healthcare data are the most likely to offer remote flexibility in Oklahoma City.
How can I get a research job in Oklahoma City with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Oklahoma City is through a research assistant or junior analyst position at one of the city's university-affiliated medical centers or the OU Health Sciences campus, where entry-level roles are posted regularly. Energy companies downtown also hire junior research analysts for data-focused work with limited prior experience required. A background in a relevant field, coursework in research methods, and familiarity with local industry sectors like oil and gas or clinical science give candidates a practical edge.
Which industries hire the most researchs in Oklahoma City?
Most research openings in Oklahoma City sit in Education, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oklahoma City's concentration of major hospital systems, a large energy sector headquartered downtown, and federal defense operations near Tinker Air Force Base make those sectors the primary engines of local research hiring.
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