Lab Manager/Research Associate 2

Yale Cancer Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale Cancer Center is seeking a Research Associate 2 MS for our New Haven laboratory. The role involves independent research, management of lab operations, data collection, and collaboration with the Principal Investigator on funding and hiring decisions.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in a scientific discipline and at least three years of related experience, with strong organizational and communication skills to supervise staff and coordinate multi-project efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting scientific research in a lab setting.
• Ability to perform independent research, analyze data, and interpret results.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to supervise staff and work in a team.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and training skills to manage complex projects.
• Proficiency with relevant laboratory software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Designs and evaluates complex research projects and methods.
• Collaborates with PI to define research goals and approaches.
• Solves methodological problems and develops procedures to reach goals.
• Plans long-term supplies and equipment needs for the lab.
• Analyzes data and ensures data integrity across projects.
• Coordinates lab renovations and procurement with Facilities and Purchasing.
• Prepares scientific reports and grant proposals.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab experience

Independent research

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Organization & training

Education

Master's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Laboratory software

Job description

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Overview

The Research Associate 2, MS is responsible for carrying out research assignments for large or multi-faceted projects, performing independent research, experiments, and laboratory techniques, and managing the daily operations of a specialized laboratory. This role entails the supervision of lab personnel, compliance with safety procedures, and collaboration with the Principal Investigator on lab finances, grant budgeting, and hiring decisions. Key responsibilities include coordinating lab reagents, consumables, equipment requests, and procurement. The role also involves maintaining mouse colonies, conducting various molecular biology experiments, ensuring reliable data collection and storage, and supporting the preparation of research papers and grant proposals. The successful candidate will demonstrate independence, strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Required Skills and Abilities

• 1. Demonstrated experience working in a Lab and conducting scientific research.
• 2. Demonstrated ability to perform independent research and laboratory techniques, and to analyze and interpret experimental data.
• 3. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to supervise staff and work both independently and as part of a team.
• 4. Strong organizational, analytical, and training skills with the ability to manage complex research projects.
• 5. High level of proficiency in relevant laboratory software and data analysis tools.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• 1. Master's or Ph.D. in a related scientific discipline, with prior experience in managing lab staff and operations.
• 2. Expertise in molecular biology, next-generation sequencing technologies, and lab automation.
• 3. Proven experience with laboratory management, including budgeting, procurement, and compliance with safety protocols.
• 4. Proven experience with mouse colony management and various molecular biology and biochemical techniques. Experience with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, cloning, cell culture) and managing lab operations.
• 5. Strong background in scientific writing and communication for research publications and grant proposals.

Principal Responsibilities

• 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.

Job Posting Date

08/05/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 2 MS (24)

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

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

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.

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