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Research Associate 2 MS

Employer
YALE UNIVERSITY
Location
Connecticut, United States
Closing date
13 Mar 2021

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Academic Discipline
Biological Sciences, Life sciences
Job Type
Research Related, Research Associate
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Hours
Full Time

Position Focus:

A research Associate position is available in the Berro Lab located in the Nanobiology Institute on Yale West Campus. The main focus of the lab is the study of the molecular mechanisms of force production and force sensing in sub-cellular processes, with a focus on clathrin-mediated endocytosis in fission yeast. The lab uses a cross-disciplinary approach combining genetics, cell biology, quantitative microscopy, biophysics and mathematical modeling.

The Research Associate will be in charge of developing new methods for high throughput genetics and quantitative microscopy imaging in fission yeast. On the longer term, s/he may adapt those tools to other organisms. S/he will apply those methods to answer questions related to sub-cellular processes where mechanics and biochemistry cross-talks. S/he will collect and analyze the data, prepare grants and publications. S/he will also train new lab members with the methods specific to the lab and support other lab members in their projects when needed. In collaboration with the PI, s/he will ensure smooth operation of the wet lab.

Essential Duties

  1. Designs, plans, implements and evaluates complex multifaceted research projects/systems, including method development, adaptation and validation.
  2. Collaborates with PI to define research endeavors and the development of research hypothesis and approach.
  3. Solves complex methodology, protocol, procedural and research problems through design of techniques, procedures and policies that will achieve research goals.
  4. Develops long range plans for supplies and equipment to ensure smooth operation of laboratory.
  5. Investigates, analyzes and evaluates complex data, data collection systems and methods to reach scientific conclusions and ensures the integrity of research data.
  6. Collaborates with PI to coordinate major lab renovations working with Facilities, Health and Safety, and Purchasing to ensure deadlines, safety standards and purchases are according to plans and within budgets.
  7. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.
  8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and three years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Demonstrated experience in molecular biology PCR, cloning, and sequencing.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to perform microscopy and quantitative image analysis, using ideally the ImageJ environment and/or programming language such as Matlab or Python.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Strong written and verbal communication.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Demonstrated effectiveness working in a cross-disciplinary team with the ability to teach basic lab techniques.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Experience in biochemistry is a plus. PhD; postdoc or previous experience as lab manager or research associate preferred. Molecular biology and/or genetics. Microscopy. Experience in biochemistry preferred. Experience in quantitative data analysis and/or programing preferred.

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. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

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.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, at TitleIX@yale.edu, or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 8th Floor, Five Post Office Square, Boston MA 02109-3921. Telephone: 617.289.0111, Fax: 617.289.0150, TDD: 800.877.8339, or Email: ocr.boston@ed.gov.

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Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

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