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We are seeking a Post-doctoral Fellow to investigate the intersection of the immune system with the human disease ADAMTS13-deficient thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). The applicant will also contribute to other studies of immunity/autoimmunity in the laboratory, which may involve work with laboratory mice. OMRF is an independent, not-for-profit, biomedical research institute adjacent to the campus of the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) in Oklahoma City. OMRF investigators enjoy close scientific interactions with OUHSC faculty and participate in OUHSC graduate programs. OMRF has been selected as one of the best research institutions for post-docs in 2011 and 2012 in the USA by The Scientist journal. Forbes ranks Oklahoma City as one of the most affordable cities in the US based on its economic prosperity, solid job markets, and housing cost. Additional information about OMRF can be found at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation web site:www.omrf.org

Minimal Qualifications:
Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D., or DVM/Ph.D. First-author publication(s) in internationally recognized journals in the fields of immunology, inflammation, hematology and/or cardiovascular biology. Motivation and ability to keep abreast of the current literature as well as his/her own experiments. Willingness to interact with other members of the laboratory in a way that raises the scientific excellence of the whole group. Excellent scientific writing and oral presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in flow cytometry will be strongly preferred, and experience in real-time quantitative PCR will be preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of research interests/career goals, and the names and contact information of three references to Darise Farris atdarise-farris@omrf.orgor by mail to: Darise Farris, Ph.D., Assoc Member, OMRF, ms 24, 825 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 USA.

We offer attractive salaries & comprehensive benefits package.(EOE/AA)