Research Coordinator of Anthropology

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus: Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences: AnthropologyLocation: Laboratories of Molecular Anthropology and Microbiome Reseach, Norman, OK

Open Date: Oct 19, 2026

Deadline: Nov 06, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

We are seeking a Research Coordinator at the Laboratories of Molecular Anthropology and Microbiome Research. The ideal candidate for this position will have laboratory experience in sample preparation for high-throughput DNA sequencing and be interested in contributing to funded research projects on mammal and sedimentary DNA.

The Laboratories of Molecular Anthropology and Microbiome Research (LMAMR- lmamr.org) represent an interdisciplinary partnership that seeks to understand biocultural, ecological and evolutionary dimensions of life. We study biomolecules retrieved from the following: extant, forensic, historical, archaeological, and environmental materials, with special attention to humans and human-associated organisms including commensals and pathogens. Our mission includes innovation in research and commitment to training in molecular and systems biology approaches, with a collaborative effort towards conservation, cultural respect, community engagement and outreach, both regional and international.

Duties:

• Collaborate with PIs, lab manager and postdocs on study design and implementation
• Perform standardized laboratory protocols for sample processing and analysis
• Manage sample inventories and associated metadata throughout sample collection, laboratory processing, and long-term storage
• Collect, organize, manage, and analyze research data and metadata
• Prepare reports summarizing results of experiments or conclusions of research projects
• Help maintain the laboratories
• Keep detailed records of all work-related activities
• Travel for project meetings/sample collection as needed
• Identify supplies and reagents that need to be purchased
• Perform various duties as needed to successfully complete research project objectives
• Contribute to the collaborative and supportive LMAMR community
• Participate in science communication and outreach endeavors

Qualifications

Education: Required Bachelor’s degree. MA/MS in Life Sciences or Anthropology with genomics experience preferred. Two years of experience in lieu of Master’s degree.

Skills:

* Experience with DNA extraction, library preparation & high throughput sequencing.
* Experience with ancient DNA, eDNA, SedaDNA or degraded DNA (not required but useful).

* Experience with project management.

The ideal Research Coordinator will be interested in contributing to ongoing research projects in collaborative teams. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the preferred qualifications in the job posting. We value the skills and perspectives that scientists from a variety of backgrounds bring, as they can drive our lab’s research in innovative and exciting directions.