Research Assistant 2, MS

4 weeks ago


New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time
Essential Duties

  • Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for research projects. Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques. 2. Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments. Assists in research design. Writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Reports on status of research activities. 3. Oversees and instructs research and support staff on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance. Schedules and coordinates research activities. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment and apparatus. Modifies equipment according to experimental specifications. 4. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May monitor hazardous work areas and laboratory safety. Prepares related reports. May prepare financial information and monitor budgets. 5. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.
Required Education and Experience


Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

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.


Position Focus:


The Yale Bone Center Mineral Metabolism Laboratory is one of several clinical laboratories in the Yale Medical School accredited by the College of American Pathology, and CLIA certified by the Connecticut Department of Health to perform laboratory testing for diagnostic purposes.

It is part of the Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Endocrinology. This position, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Dr.

Karl Insogna and the direct daily supervision of the Laboratory Manager, will assist in analyzing clinical blood samples for vitamin D metabolites and parathyroid hormone levels for diagnostic purposes.

This includes participating in sample extraction, preparation and storage, and reporting patient results in a laboratory information system.

Duties also include running and maintaining analytical instrumentation, assisting the Laboratory Manager in the daily measurement of vitamin D metabolites and parathyroid hormone, and trouble-shooting assay instrumentation and assay methodology and performance issues when necessary.

Candidate must also maintain quality control logbooks and communicate any problems to the laboratory manager.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Clinical laboratory/research experience doing repetitive immunoassays with various methodologies like multichannel auto-analyzers and performing radioimmunoassays. While not required, familiarity with EPIC or related EHR, strongly preferred.

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.

  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    1. Coordinates with other departments at Yale to develop or enhance proposals and briefings summarizing Yale activities, and to plan events. 2. Develops and maintains a log of Yale academic and programming activities having development potential for prospects and donors. 3. Coordinates and staffs events. Helps secure hosts and locations for events. Works...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    DetailsPosted: 22-Nov-23Location: New Haven, ConnecticutType: Full-timeSalary: OpenInternal Number: 85436BR1. Serves as the primary oversight specialist on clinical and operational processes for moderately to highly complex protocols. 2. Manages, implements, and evaluates all aspects of clinical trial conduct including study initiation,...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    1. Evaluates and assesses subject's suitability for inclusion in studies; develops and modifies procedures according to study findings; recommends changes to the study protocol to coincide with study goals and objectives. 2. Develops and implements procedures and data quality assurance standards for safety monitoring components of studies. 3. Contributes to...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    1. Designs and manages conservation laboratory; establishes and schedules priorities for the treatment and preservation of objects; plans, researches and implements conservation treatments including very complex treatments on cultural property in museum, library, archives, and study collections. 2. Examines the material composition and deterioration of...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States The Caron Lab @ Yale University School of Medicine Full time

    Postdoctoral and Associate Research Scientist positions in Bioinformatics, Multi-Omics Data Science and Computational Proteogenomics for Immunotherapy and Cancer Vaccine Research. Postdoctoral and Associate Research Scientist Positions in Etienne Caron Lab at Department of Immunobiology, Yale School of Medicine. The Caron Lab seeks exceptional Postdoctoral...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    DetailsPosted: 19-Nov-23Location: New Haven, ConnecticutType: Full-timeSalary: OpenInternal Number: 85445BR1. Proactively evaluate recruiting process and system efficiency, compliance, and customer service performance gaps and risks, and make recommendations on updates and changes. Audit processes and obtain feedback regularly. 2. Utilize recruiting,...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States St. Thomas's Day School Full time

    Job Title: Assistant Teacher Division : Kindergarten Employment Status : Full Time School Year: St. Thomas's is a coeducational independent day school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 6. The School welcomes children of all backgrounds, with the belief that children who learn and grow together develop openness and respect for others. ...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Enterprise Medical Recruiting Full time

    Excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to see a broad spectrum of Hematology/Oncology patients in the office and hospital. Will consider APRN's with previous nursing experience in Hematology and Oncology. The Job:Monday through Friday, 40 hour scheduleMostly outpatient coverageNo...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Proclinical Full time

    Associate Scientist, Analytical Development - Contract - OnsiteProclinical Staffing is seeking an Associate Scientist, Analytical Development to join a global biopharmaceutical company. This is a contract role located in New Haven, CT.Skills & Requirements:BS degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline0-2 years of relevant...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Department of Comparative Medicine Full time

    The Department of Comparative Medicine at the Yale University School of Medicine is searching for an academic veterinary pathologist with a strong research focus to pursue independent and collaborative research, participate in training of laboratory animal medicine residents, and provide, on a rotational basis, diagnostic pathology services. The Pathology...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    1. Drafts a variety of written materials, including detailed individual prospect briefings and endowed gift agreements, proposals in support of specific University initiatives and internal and external correspondence that conforms to the style and voice of the sender. 2. Coordinates research on individual donors and the history and status of gift commitments...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time

    DetailsPosted: 25-Nov-23Location: New Haven, ConnecticutType: Full-timeSalary: OpenInternal Number: 85261BR1. Greets visitors. Receives, reviews, and clarifies prescriptions. Obtains necessary information for filing of prescriptions. Processes refill requests. Sets up prescription. 2. Counts medication, labels bottle with prescription and auxiliary labels....


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States tapwage Full time

    The Department of Anesthesiology at Yale University School of Medicine is recruiting full time, fellowship-trained Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologists to support the continuing growth of our congenital cardiac program. Our team currently supports all cardiopulmonary bypass cases ranging from complex neonates through adult congenital patents, cardiac...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University - Department of Genetics Full time

    We are seeking a motivated postdoctoral scientist to join our growing team in the Yale Center of Genomic Health and Department of Genetics; the Lake Lab. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to improve our understanding of how genetic variation in our mitochondria underlie health and disease. We are especially interested in building new...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University - Department of Genetics Full time

    We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join our growing team in the Yale Center of Genomic Health, Department of Genetics, Yale School of Medicine; the Lake Lab. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to determine how genetic variation in mitochondria underlie health and disease in humans. We are specifically looking for a postdoc to spearhead...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States YALE UNIVERSITY Full time

    We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join our growing team in the Yale Center of Genomic Health, Department of Genetics, Yale School of Medicine; the Lake Lab. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to determine how genetic variation in mitochondria underlie health and disease in humans.We are specifically looking for a postdoc to spearhead...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Enterprise Medical Recruiting Full time

    Internal Medicine Physician-Academic affiliation-southern ConnecticutNon profit multi specialty medical group with 160 bed acute care community hospitalMonday-Friday office hoursTeam of 3 Providers and 3 APRNsResident and Medical Student teaching. Grant funded researchLocated 30 miles south of Hartford and less than 2 hours from New York CityEasy drive to...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States AMN Healthcare Full time

    Job Description & RequirementsAmbulatory Anesthesiology with Yale UniversityStartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $ $ Due to growth and expansion of services the Department of Anesthesiology at the Yale University School of Medicine is seeking multiple Anesthesiologists to join our team during the next 12 months for multiple locations. These faculty positions will be at...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States AMN Healthcare Full time

    Job Description & RequirementsNORA Anesthesiology Physician in ConnecticutStartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $ $ Due to growth and expansion of services the Department of Anesthesiology at the Yale University School of Medicine is seeking multiple Anesthesiologists to join our team during the next 12 months for multiple locations. These faculty positions will be at...


  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Enterprise Medical Recruiting Full time

    Neurohospitalist - large innovative Neurology group - Connecticut Inpatient position with 7 on/7 off schedule12 hour shiftsTeam of world leading healthcare innovators that includes Neurologists, Neurosurgeons, Specialists and Physician AssistantsWe provide cutting edge research and comprehensive clinical care in more than 20 locations350 bed community...