OMRF LU Biomedical Research Scholars
Department: Unassigned Department
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Position Overview & Responsibilities Discover a future in biomedical research this summer through the OMRF- LU Biomedical Research Scholars Program. During this 8-week, paid summer research experience, Langston Scholars will be guided by senior scientists while working on individual projects in cutting-edge labs. Additionally, Langston Scholars can continue their research throughout the school year and for subsequent summers. The discoveries made during this program could not only shape your future but also contribute to advancing treatments for human diseases.
Program Perks Students selected to join the Langston Scholar Program will receive many perks, including:

• Free dormitory housing to all Langston Scholars during the summer
• Free breakfast on workdays
• Free 24-hour gym access
• Free parking
• Free outings and cultural experiences

During the 8-week summer program (June 1 - July 24, 2026), Langston Scholars are expected to:

• Maintain communication with Program Staff
• Attend weekly seminars and participate in occasional social events
• Write an abstract summarizing their summer project, with the help of their mentor
• Present their research findings through a short talk

Minimum Qualifications To apply for the Langston Scholar Program, you must:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Be a current freshman, sophomore, or junior, enrolled at Langston University, at the time of application
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have unrestricted work authorization (e.g., J-2 with Employment Authorization Document). H-4 visa holders are not eligible
• Commitment to the full eight-week program, from June 1 to July 24, 2026
• Prior research experience is not required

Scholar Selection Criteria While scholars are expected to have strong grades in science and math courses, scholar selection is based on many factors, including:

• Curiosity and enthusiasm about science research
• Good academic standing
• Compelling personal statement
• Strong, positive recommendation letters
• Your ability to convey your scientific interests and desire to participate in the program during your interview, if selected

Work Hours

• Typically, Monday - Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM. However, schedules may vary, typically with advanced notice, depending on laboratory experiments/needs and/or special events.

Special Instructions

• All application components must be submitted by 11:59PM on February 1, 2026. Incomplete applications or materials received after this date will not be considered

Application Components

• Resume - Your resume should briefly describe your education, employment, volunteer work, and extracurricular activities. This should not exceed two pages.
• Personal Statement - Your personal statement should tell us about you, your passion for science and how well you can communicate and express your ideas. Your personal statement should not exceed 750 words and should include:
  • Your name
  • Why science interests you, including examples of classes, hobbies, projects, or experiences that sparked this interest
  • Why you want to participate in the Fleming Scholar Program
  • Your long-term career goals
• Unofficial Transcripts - Applicants must submit unofficial high school transcripts and unofficial college transcripts as a single document.
• Recommendation Letters - A minimum of 1 and a maximum of 3 recommendation letters. One recommendation letter must be from a STEM instructor. Please give your recommendation letter writers the Recommendation Letter Guidelines.

Document Submission

• In the application, when prompted to upload your "Resume", you should upload your resume and personal statement as a single document
• In the application, upload your unofficial transcripts in the "Additional Documents" section as a single document
• Recommendation letters should be submitted to [email protected]

If you have questions or need assistance with your application, please email [email protected]
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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, visit https://omrf.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3341106&req_loc=1055868&&#job

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