Research Associate,Research Scientist,Clinical Research Job New Haven area,Connecticut USA,Research/Development

Position: Research Associate 1

Overview

The Research Associate will be working on studies on the immune profiling of children and adults with high risk conditions such as sickle cell disease. Our group conducts lab based and epidemiological studies to assess vaccine immunogenicity, efficacy and effectiveness for different vaccines. We utilize multicolor flow cytometry and CyTOF to interrogate innate immune pattern recognition receptor (PRR) function. We use in-depth single cell profiling from whole blood analysis of age-related chronic inflammation to evaluate Toll-like Receptor (TLR), RIG-I, and NLRP3 function at baseline and following ex vivo stimulation with specific PRR ligands.

We also assess the expansion of T-cell and B-cell subsets following vaccination, including in vitro stimulation with vaccine strains to identify antigen-specific responses.

The Research Associate will perform independent research and laboratory techniques and participate in experimental research planning. Will work independently to develop manage and organize multi-site studies. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly. Will supervise and train other team members and students on study related tasks including flow cytometry and analysis.

Required

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated track record of proficiency in flow cytometry and/or biostatistic analysis. Familiarity with statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R).
Ability to Analyze, develop and interpret scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.
Ability to Coordinate with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers.

Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Master's degree in public health preferred.

Principal Responsibilities

Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority.

Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning.

Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly.

Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.

Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning.

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.

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.

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.

Job Posting Date 01/20/2026

Job Category Professional

Bargaining Unit NON

Compensation Grade Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile Research Associate 1 MS (22)

Time Type Full time

Duration Type Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model On-site

Location 464 Congress Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut

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.

Health Requirements

This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to…


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Research Associate, Research Scientist, Clinical Research