"Research Associate"

School of Nursing - Research

89840BR

University Job Title

Research Associate 1, MS

Bargaining Unit

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

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Fixed

If Fixed Duration, Period

1 year from date of hire

If Fixed Duration, is continuation possible?

Yes

Other Fixed Duration Date

07-Jul-2025

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 1 MS (22)

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

West Campus

Worksite Address

400 C28 Admin West Campus Drive

Orange, CT 06477

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus:

Yale School of Nursing (YSN) is seeking a Research Associate to join a dynamic and growing Research Team. YSN, located on the beautiful and sprawling grounds of Yale West Campus, is conveniently located near major highways. The Yale West Campus has a lot to offer including free parking, woodland walking trail, café and terrace dining, farm, The Barn at West Campus for special events, a fully equipped conference center, outdoor space to relax and unwind, wellness events (mindfulness exercise, to nature walks and yoga), and Fitness Center (free for the West Campus community)! Photo Gallery Tour | Yale West Campus

The HiFi Lab is a global interdisciplinary research operation that develops and tests the implementation and efficacy of interventions to stop the spread of epidemic. We have expertise in multiple areas but specialize in HIV. The work of the HiFi Lab spans three continents (Africa, Asia, North America) and is supported by National Institutes of Health as well as private industry and foundation sponsors. We conduct various types of research designs including randomized controlled trials, observational studies, epidemiological studies, qualitative studies, and implementation trials aimed at demonstrating the public health impact of interventions at scale.

The Research Associate will be responsible for assisting with a) facilitating routine meetings and follow-ups with the community partners, b) conducting the day-to-day operations for the active research studies, c) creating and managing reports outlining study progress and achievement of benchmarks, d) creating, submitting, and managing all IRB documentation, clinical trials regulatory documents, NIH progress reports, etc. e) managing dissemination streams (email, social media, websites, etc,), f) literature reviews and preliminary drafting of manuscripts/proposals.

In all work, supports YSN diversity and inclusion values and commitment

Essential Duties

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.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Flexibility and ability to work well under pressure and proactively in a multiple time zone and a multi-cultural team environment.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to work in a team-based environment as well as independently.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Superior problem-solving and planning skills with ability to prioritize; well organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Proven experience conducting community-based research with racially minoritized and/or sexually minoritized communities in the United States of African country settings.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage time and organize competing priorities.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Master’s Degree in a related discipline and one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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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