Research Associate 1

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Overview

Carries out research assignments for large or multi-faceted research projects, including independent research, experiments, and laboratory techniques. This role is responsible for the daily operation of a specialized laboratory, data analysis, and contribution to scientific protocols. The position may include working with advanced technologies and contributing to innovative solutions in clinical, health, or environmental research.

Required

Skills and Abilities

1. Scientific and Technical Proficiency:
Background in data science, clinical research. Proven experience with python programming and conducting data science research on AWS environment.

2. Interpersonal and Communication

Skills:

Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders, including research staff, study sponsors, and collaborators.

3. Organizational

Skills:

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritizing tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

4. Independent Research:
Demonstrated ability to perform independent research, analyze and interpret experimental data, and contribute to scientific reports and publications.

5. Team

Collaboration:

Ability to work well as part of a team, provide instruction and guidance, and contribute to the overall objectives of the research projects.

Preferred

Skills and Abilities

1. At least 2 years full-time in data science, image analysis research group.

2. Specialized

Experience:

Prior experience in a clinical research setting, running machine learning analysis on AWS environment.

3. Data Management:
Proficiency with data management tools, statistical analysis software, and database systems like python, REDCap, Qualtrics.

4. Regulatory Knowledge:
Familiarity with regulatory compliance, biosafety protocols, and ethical guidelines for human subjects research.

5. Technical Competence:
Ability to use and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and software, with expertise in handling and analyzing large data sets, and experience with environmental or clinical data analysis tools.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority.
2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning
3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly.
4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.
5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning.
6. Interacts with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory.
7. Interacts with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments. 8. May perform other duties as assigned. Required

Education and Experience Master's Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

08/10/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 1 MS (22)

Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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