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rRheumatology Faculty Clinical Investigator
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rOverview
rThe Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is an independent,
not-for-profit, biomedical research institute adjacent to the campus of
the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) located in
Oklahoma City. OMRF investigators have internationally recognized
expertise in Autoimmunity, Immunology, Genetics, Genomics, Aging,
Cardiovascular Disease, and Cancer. OMRF follows an innovative
cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the
nation\'s leaders in patents per scientist.
Our OMRF Autoimmune Disease Institute houses Centers of Excellence and
specialty research clinics and cohorts for Rheumatic Diseases (focusing
on lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, undifferentiated connective tissue
disease, ANA+ healthy individuals and Sjogren\'s disease) and for
Multiple Sclerosis and related diseases. In addition to following over
4,000 patients with these conditions, teams of basic and clinical
investigators conduct extensive clinical, translational and mechanistic
research using samples obtained from these large clinical programs. We
are fortunate to hold collaborative funding as an UM1 NIAID-funded
Autoimmunity Center of Excellence, two U01 Autoimmunity Prevention
Centers, one NIGMS-funded S06 Native American Research Center of Health
in rheumatic disease, a NIAMS-funded P30 Oklahoma Rheumatic Disease
Research Cores Center and NIGMS-funded U54 Oklahoma Shared Clinical and
Translational Resources. Investigators at OMRF enjoy close scientific
interactions with OUHSC faculty and participate in OUHSC graduate
programs. Additional information about OMRF can be found at the Oklahoma
Medical Research Foundation web site:
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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.
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.
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
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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
legall protected characteristic.
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rResponsibilities
rThe Oklahoma Medical Research
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Arthritis and Clinical Immunology Department and Rheumatology Center of
Excellence is recruiting two physician-investigator faculty members with
clinical care and research interests in systemic autoimmune rheumatic
diseases. These investigators will be expected to have or to develop
vibrant clinical research programs, in areas such as clinical trials,
cohort studies, health equity, outcomes research, or other
patient-oriented investigation and would join our strong
multi-disciplinary Rheumatology clinical care and research teams.
Building on strong clinical research infrastructure with longitudinal
cohorts, a cadre of talented clinical coordinators/clinical research
nurses, diverse aspects of clinical research informatics and a
CAP-certified biorepository, we invite qualified candidates to apply for
a clinical investigative position focusing on lupus, Sjogrens,
rheumatoid arthritis, and/or UCTD. We are currently recruiting at the
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level and talented candidates at all
levels are encouraged to apply.
Successful applicants will:
Provide comprehensive, compassionate, optimal, science-driven
Rheumatology patient care
Receive generous, multi-year start-up package with significant, sus