"Research Associate 2 HSS"

Overview

The Research Associate will support clinical (human) research studies conducted at the Y-Weight Yale Obesity Research Center. The Research Associate will ensure safe, compliant, efficient and effective conduct of clinical trials in accordance with regulatory guidance (IRB) and according to approved protocols. Responsibilities will include patient recruitment, scheduling, enrollment, and collection of data for study outcomes per each study requirements. The Research Associate will be involved in various aspects of the clinical trial including primary interface between the clinical and laboratory aspects of the studies. With a high degree of independence, the Research Associate will coordinate with University and Hospital departments as well as successfully collect, process, distribute and ship specimens. Responsibilities include recruitment, procurement and distribution of specimens along with data entry and management. The Research Associate will assist in maintenance of original research protocols and related quality assurance and study monitoring procedures.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Conduct research visits with the team involving participant care throughout multiple studies, while working within FDA and GCP guidelines.
2. Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and outlook; demonstrated ability to learn new technologies.
3. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently as well as function effectively within a team.
4. Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask.
5. Willingness to learn various protocol, follow guidelines, and input data correctly and timely while troubleshooting when necessary.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and two years experience working in research or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Principal Responsibilities

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 experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Range

$65,000.00 - $101,000.00

Location

2 Church Street South, New Haven, Connecticut

Work Model

On-site

Time Type

Full time