Research Associate I

Yale Cancer Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale Cancer Center in New Haven seeks a Research Associate to provide statistical analysis support for translational studies in the Stress Center of the Department of Psychiatry. You will coordinate with University, YCCI, IRB and other regulatory bodies while collaborating with laboratories to organize and analyze multi-level data.

The role involves project management, protocol monitoring, data management, statistical analyses, report preparation, and support for manuscripts and grant writing.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of clinical research protocols and data management for multiple data streams.
• Excellent oral and written communication and ability to work independently in an academic setting.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements procedures under supervision to support research.
• Analyzes and interprets scientific results with clear documentation.
• Prepares scientific reports, papers, and proposals for grants.
• Manages data collection, data monitoring, and regulatory coordination (IRB, FDA/IND).
• Interacts with PI, researchers, and external collaborators to ensure laboratory operations.
• Performs independent research and contributes to manuscripts.

Skills

Statistical analyses

R Studio

SAS/SPSS

AMOS

Data management

REDCap

Excel

Endnote

Education

Master’s degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

R Studio

SAS/SPSS

AMOS

REDCap

Endnote

Job description

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Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Job Requisition ID

138279WD

Overview

The Research Associate will manage and provide statistical analysis support for multi-faceted translational research projects operated through the Stress Center in the Department of Psychiatry. This position will serve as the primary interface between the data collection and data management and monitoring and analysis for ongoing studies in stress, alcohol and substance use disorders. With a high degree of independence, the research associate will coordinate with University, YCCI, IRB and other regulatory departments as well as collaborating research laboratories to successfully organize, monitor, assess and analyze multi-level subjective, biological, cognitive, and clinical outcome data. Responsibilities will include research project management and monitoring of protocols, IRB amendments and protocol development, FDA/IND, data management, statistical analysis, report preparation, manuscripts and grant writing support. The research associate will assist in development, implementation and maintenance of original research protocols and the related quality assurance and study monitoring procedures as well as preparation of manuscripts, presentations and publications.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Solid knowledge of statistical analyses used in psychology and psychiatry research, with proficiency in statistical software packages such as R Studio, SAS/SPSS, and AMOS, and the ability to conduct statistical analyses.
2. Solid knowledge of clinical research protocols, and implementation of data management and monitoring for protocols and data cleaning and organization strategies for successful and efficient processing of multiple streams of data. Additional computer skills including Excel, Word, Power point, Endnote reference manage, REDCAP and demonstrated ability to learn new technologies.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact with successfully with staff and faculty and function independently as well as function effectively within a team in an academic environment.
4. Ability to work independently as well as function effectively within a team.
5. Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and multitask.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Master’s degree in Statistics, Data Science or related field OR Bachelors in Data Science or Psychology field and at least 1 years experience conducting analysis on longitudinal and intervention clinical research protocols in the area of psychology or psychiatry and experience in data management and monitoring or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Recommends the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority.
2. Investigates, analyzes, and reaches preliminary scientific conclusions related to research planning.
3. Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly.
4. Analyzes, develops and interprets scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.
5. Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.

Original Job Posting Date

09/22/2026

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

2 Church Street South, 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

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

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 dutiesand responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties throughtheir hiring department. University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, 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).

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