Research Assistant

Yale University; Connecticut; Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Yale University is seeking a Research Associate to support research and teaching activities in a remote, part-time role. Responsibilities include literature reviews, organizing databases, data analysis, drafting written work, and preparing presentations.

The position may involve developing and deploying project management systems as part of the assignment. Education and experience will align with the assignment requirements, and the role is posted for a temporary/casual term with a compensation

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to complete data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Completes literature reviews and organizes databases.
• Analyzes data and prepares presentations.
• Drafts written work and develops project management systems.
• Supports research and teaching activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Data analysis

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

AI

Job description

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!

Overview

Research Associate to provide support for research and teaching related activities. Responsibilities to include completing literature reviews, organizing databases and analyzing data, drafting written work, preparing presentations, and creating and deploying project management systems.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to complete data analysis.
• Experience with and ability to utilize Excel, PowerPoint, and AI.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Duties will be dependent of the nature of the internship. The assignment may occur in any one of the following specialty areas: Administration, Athletics, Business Operations, Clinical, Communications, Editing & Teaching, Computing and Information Systems, Development, Dining, Facilities, Financial, Human Resources, Library, Museums, Research Support, Service, Safety & Security, Student Services. 2. Receives training on procedures through training sessions and shadowing appointments. 3. Develops and delivers programs. 4. Observes sessions with experienced advisers. 5. Writes and edits materials. 6. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Education and Experience must meet the particular requirements of the assignment.

Job Posting Date

09/11/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Associate (P4)

Salary Range

$55,000.00 - $85,000.00

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Temporary / Casual (Fixed Term)

Work Model

Remote

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.

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).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco‑free campus.