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Research Associate 1; Lab Manager
role at Yale University. This position provides research assistance combined with lab managerial oversight responsibilities and will be responsible for carrying out and managing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.
Salary Range
$61,500.00 - $91,875.00
Responsibilities
Perform experiments on independent projects and assist lab members with experiments at the PI’s request. Participate in experimental research planning and data compiling/analysis.
Train lab members in techniques and experimental approaches and provide technical guidance. Supervise all lab members when the PI is absent. Coordinate lab meetings.
Contribute to the development of research abstracts, manuscripts and presentations.
Coordinate tissue needs on a regular basis with the YURS biobank Program Director and communicate within and between labs.
Perform weekly checks of laboratory supplies and equipment.
Order and maintain inventory of laboratory and office supplies; keep records of laboratory and office purchases and expenses; maintain laboratory equipment; organize and schedule laboratory and equipment services; keep the laboratory in order.
Ensure lab is up to EHS regulations at all times and work with EHS for yearly lab checks as well as chemical and other waste pickup.
Arrange and coordinate lab-specific facility requests and communicate with the Division’s administrator about shared space facility requests.
Communicate with labs regarding shared spaces and supplies.
Communicate with the business office regarding accounts.
Ship and receive research materials for the laboratory.
Perform additional functions incidental to research activities and lab oversight, as assigned or as position requires.
Required Skills and Abilities
Master’s Degree in scientific discipline and 1 year experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in the following scientific techniques and procedures: tissue/cell culture; protein extraction from cells and/or tissues; RNA isolation from cells and/or tissues, Western blot analysis, animal models of human cancer, and single-cell RNA-sequencing.
Proven experience with Mac and PC with intermediate knowledge of Workday; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; Safari/Firefox; and Zoom.
Train and/or instruct and/or supervise lab members who may include postdoctoral associates, postgraduate associates, research assistants, clinical trainees and students; and provide assistance where needed.
Highly organized, self-motivated and time efficient individual with excellent interpersonal, written communication, and oral communication skills. Ability to multi-task, and to perform both independently, as well as in a team environment.
Reliable and have a professional attitude with the ability to stay focused on detailed-orientated work and have accurate record keeping. Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.
Preferred Skills and Abilities Proven experience in the following scientific techniques and procedures is preferred but not essential: Cell migration assays; exosome Isolation; Transfections; Immunohistochemistry; Immune cell isolation, flow cytometry. Proven experience in the following computer applications: EHS Integrator; eShipGlobal.
Job Information Job Posting Date: 10/10/2025
Job Category: Professional
Bargaining Unit: NON
Compensation Grade: Clinical & Research
Time Type: Full time
Location: 375 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.
Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting Disclaimer Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.
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 position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.
The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.
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Join to apply for the
Research Associate 1; Lab Manager
role at Yale University. This position provides research assistance combined with lab managerial oversight responsibilities and will be responsible for carrying out and managing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.
Salary Range
$61,500.00 - $91,875.00
Responsibilities
Perform experiments on independent projects and assist lab members with experiments at the PI’s request. Participate in experimental research planning and data compiling/analysis.
Train lab members in techniques and experimental approaches and provide technical guidance. Supervise all lab members when the PI is absent. Coordinate lab meetings.
Contribute to the development of research abstracts, manuscripts and presentations.
Coordinate tissue needs on a regular basis with the YURS biobank Program Director and communicate within and between labs.
Perform weekly checks of laboratory supplies and equipment.
Order and maintain inventory of laboratory and office supplies; keep records of laboratory and office purchases and expenses; maintain laboratory equipment; organize and schedule laboratory and equipment services; keep the laboratory in order.
Ensure lab is up to EHS regulations at all times and work with EHS for yearly lab checks as well as chemical and other waste pickup.
Arrange and coordinate lab-specific facility requests and communicate with the Division’s administrator about shared space facility requests.
Communicate with labs regarding shared spaces and supplies.
Communicate with the business office regarding accounts.
Ship and receive research materials for the laboratory.
Perform additional functions incidental to research activities and lab oversight, as assigned or as position requires.
Required Skills and Abilities
Master’s Degree in scientific discipline and 1 year experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in the following scientific techniques and procedures: tissue/cell culture; protein extraction from cells and/or tissues; RNA isolation from cells and/or tissues, Western blot analysis, animal models of human cancer, and single-cell RNA-sequencing.
Proven experience with Mac and PC with intermediate knowledge of Workday; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; Safari/Firefox; and Zoom.
Train and/or instruct and/or supervise lab members who may include postdoctoral associates, postgraduate associates, research assistants, clinical trainees and students; and provide assistance where needed.
Highly organized, self-motivated and time efficient individual with excellent interpersonal, written communication, and oral communication skills. Ability to multi-task, and to perform both independently, as well as in a team environment.
Reliable and have a professional attitude with the ability to stay focused on detailed-orientated work and have accurate record keeping. Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.
Preferred Skills and Abilities Proven experience in the following scientific techniques and procedures is preferred but not essential: Cell migration assays; exosome Isolation; Transfections; Immunohistochemistry; Immune cell isolation, flow cytometry. Proven experience in the following computer applications: EHS Integrator; eShipGlobal.
Job Information Job Posting Date: 10/10/2025
Job Category: Professional
Bargaining Unit: NON
Compensation Grade: Clinical & Research
Time Type: Full time
Location: 375 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.
Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting Disclaimer Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.
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 position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.
The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.
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