Research Associate , HSS

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Located at the Yale School of Medicine Department of Emergency Medicine, the Research Associate will serve as the project manager within the Camenga lab, overseeing day-to-day operations. The Lab is currently running two randomized trials examining substance use prevention interventions for adolescents. The Research Associate will manage various aspects of the research projects, including patient recruitment, data collection, and regulatory compliance.

They will also oversee the daily work of PGAs, RAs, and students working in the lab, complete IRB reports and clinical trials.gov updates, and assist with the preparation of reports and publications. This position is Hybrid 3 days/week onsite.

• Proven experience with clinical trials, including patient recruitment (obtaining informed consent) and regulatory submissions.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R).
• Proven experience preparing IRB protocols, amendments, and progress reports.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with electronic data collection tools.

• Proven experience supervising students and others.
• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., public health, social sciences). 2 years of experience working within a research setting preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience working on large-scale research studies or multi‑visit projects.

• Carry out research within the scope of the established study protocol and adhere to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and federal government.
• Develop criteria for admission of study subjects based on goals and objectives of the project.
• Determine potential sources of funding and prospective partnerships.
• Evaluate feasibility of accepting potential projects through analysis of staffing needs, resource requirements, financial costs, and current planned capacity of the group; negotiate contracts and/or changes with funders.
• Develop original HIC/IRB submissions; collaborate with PIs on major revisions and contribute to scientific protocols.
• Develop forms, questionnaires, and application of research techniques; write procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
• Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data; ensure that report forms are accurately documented and completed in a timely manner at each site location.
• Work independently to develop, manage, and organize multi‑site studies; serve as primary coordinator between University, non‑Yale collaborators, pharmaceutical companies, HIC, IRB, and funding sources.
• Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.
• Design and implement quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data.
• Contribute in‑depth, original thought and relevance to written reports and to the writing of abstracts and manuscripts.

Master’s degree in a related discipline and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $

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