"Research Associate 2"

Internal Medicine - Cardiology

90057BR

University Job Title

Research Associate 2, HSS

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 2 HSS (23)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Research/Support

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Medical School Campus

Worksite Address

195 Church Street

New Haven, CT 06510

Work Model

Hybrid

Position Focus:

The Research Associate II will function in a multidisciplinary team environment, coordinating the design, implementation and evaluation of public health outcomes research projects conducted by investigators at the Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE).

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Senior Project Manager, the ideal candidate will participate in all aspects of project coordination, implementation, and reporting of results related to the Yale Open Data Access (YODA) Project. General responsibilities of the Research Associate II will be to manage existing and new data requests from external researchers and communications with Yale colleagues, sponsors, and other organizations, complete all related tracking of data requests, new studies, and communications, routinely update website platforms and monitor for maintenance updates, and strategize/problem solve ad hoc inquiries received from external researchers. On an as needed basis, the Research Associate will also coordinate and lead regular meetings that include agenda preparation and meeting minute documentation, manage timelines and research activities for research projects, develop study procedures and protocols, and prepare written and oral reports and presentations. The Research Associate II will communicate information and data in written and verbal form to colleagues, sponsors, senior management, government officials and the public, including the development of public materials and reports for various constituencies. The individual will work with a number of multidisciplinary research teams and ensure project goals and deliverables are met with high customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties

1. Carries out research within the scope of the established study protocol. Adheres to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and the federal government that pertain to research studies. 2. Develops criteria for admission of study subjects based on goals and objectives of project. 3. Determines potential sources of funding and prospective partnerships. 4. Evaluates feasibility of accepting potential projects through analysis of staffing needs, resource requirements, financial costs, and current planned capacity of group. Negotiates contracts and/or changes with funder. 5. Develops original HIC/IRB submissions. Based on knowledge of science and research goals, collaborates with PIs on major revisions and contributes to scientific protocols. Plans and implements changes. 6. Develops forms, questionnaires and the application of research techniques; writes procedures manuals for data collection and coding. 7. Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data. Ensures that report forms are accurately documented and completed in a timely manner at each site location. 8. Works independently to develop manage and organize multi site studies. Serves as primary coordinator between University, non-Yale collaborators, pharmaceutical companies, HIC, IRB and funding sources. 9. Performs descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software. 10. Designs and implements quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data. 11. Contributes in-depth, original thought and relevance to written reports and to the writing of abstracts and manuscripts.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a related discipline and two years of demonstrated experience or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Well-developed project coordination skills as demonstrated by demonstrated job-related research experience.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Demonstrated excellent organizational ability, attention to detail, efficiency, and critical thinking, as well as strong communication skills that include the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in written and verbal forms with internal and external contacts, faculty, leadership staff, and staff.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Ability to produce high quality work with minimal supervision and be receptive to feedback and direction in a fast-paced team environment. Possess thorough knowledge of research methodologies and protocols.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Master’s level degree (Public Health or other research degree) preferred. At least two years of demonstrated research experience. Proficiency with written and verbal communication, organizational, and adaptability skills in order to produce work product in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated experience with clinical and/or outcomes research preferred.

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:

https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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