Research Associate Yale University

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 Skill/ability 1: Lab oriented skills: Good dexterity; basic lab computations (solution making etc); use of basic computer programs (e.g. Word, Excel).

Required Skill/ability 2: General abilities: Attention to detail; good organizational skills; good written and spoken English skills; responsible, independent and motivated; cooperative and friendly work style.

Preferred Education: Prior experience with microscopy, flow cytometry, and analysis of high-parameter data sets.

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

Posting Position Title: Research Associate 1, MS

University Job Title: Research Associate

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Prior experience with microscopy, flow cytometry, and analysis of high-parameter data sets.

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