"Research Associate"

Overview

The Research Associate will be responsible for animal care and genotyping and ordering general lab supplies in a busy basic science lab in the department of surgery. Applicants must be motivated and organized. The Associate will work closely with the Principal Investigator and other lab staffs but must be able to perform self-directed work in the performance of the below duties and responsibilities. The Research Associate is flexible with their availability beyond regular work hours, especially when required for scientific experiments or in case of emergencies, including issues related to laboratory equipment. The role also involves regular interaction with both internal and external collaborators.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Demonstrated track record of proficiency in laboratory supporting roles.
2. Detail oriented both in experimental work and in record keeping.
3. Proven experience in murine work (mouse breeding).
4. Proven experience in genotyping.
5. Excellent oral and written communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of Yale University policies and procedures.

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.

Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Location

310 Cedar Street, New Haven, Connecticut