Education research research fellow

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!OverviewThe Research Associate 2-3, HSS participates in the planning, implementation, data collection, and analysis of multi-faceted clinical and translational research projects within the Clinical and Translational Core (CTC) of the NIH-funded Yale Liver Center.Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the position supports patient-oriented research through coordination of a patient registry and biorepository, oversight of regulatory and compliance activities, and facilitation of investigator access to core resources. The role integrates project management, participant-facing research coordination, data management, and regulatory oversight to ensure compliance with protocol requirements and overall research objectives. Required Skills and Abilities1. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders. 2. Strong writing skills, including preparation of reports and research documentation. Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple studies simultaneously. 3. Proven experience with participant interaction, IRB submissions, and initiation and maintenance of human research studies. 4. Proven experience with human specimen handling and management.5. Thorough knowledge of research methodologies, protocol implementation, and healthcare research systems; including clinical or translational research coordination, participant-facing responsibilities, and regulatory submissions. Preferred Skills and Abilities1. Proven experience with clinical research systems such as REDCap, OnCore, or electronic medical record platforms. 2. Proficiency using Excel or similar software to generate reports from databases.3. Proven experience in multi-site or NIH-funded research environments. 4. Clinical research certification (ACRP, SOCRA, or equivalent). 5. Proven experience with human specimen collection. Phlebotomy experience is a plus.Principal Responsibilities1. Supervises research within the scope of established study protocol. Adheres to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and the federal government that pertain to research studies. 2. Responsible for reviewing, planning, and implementing study protocols and assessing the impact of program changes on research quality. Identifies and makes initial contact with potential funding sources to secure funds. 3. Oversees the planning of large multi-site or global studies. Establish goals and objectives, training requirements, productivity goals and financial parameters. Develops forms and questionnaires and manages the application of research techniques. 4. Works closely with research faculty and collaborators to identify quality and operational strategies and aspects of study that need to overcome. 5. Fosters and maintains cooperative relationships with principal investigators, collaborators, study coordinators, government officials, international partnerships, and study sponsors to ensure for the safe and timely progression of studies and adherence to all study/agency/government regulations. 6. Develops original HIC/IRB submissions for multi site research. Collaborate with various PI on major revisions and ensure changes are incorporated at each participating site. 7. Uses advanced statistical knowledge to provide support in managing and analyzing data. 8. Develops operational procedures for the collection, editing, verification and management of statistical data. Develops and implements relevant statistical programs to incorporate data from multiple projects. Designs comprehensive and rational databases with advance knowledge of the scientific applications impacting on the data analyses and reporting. 9. Develops protocols for collection of data. Designs data gathering instruments and related procedures. Tests, refines and finalizes instruments for use in research study. 10. Presents talks, seminars or other oral presentations on the methodology and analyses used in scientific studies. 11. Composes major abstracts/publications/manuscript. 12. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Master’s Degree in a related discipline and four years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Job Posting Date07/31/2026Job CategoryProfessionalBargaining UnitNONCompensation GradeClinical & ResearchCompensation Grade ProfileResearch Associate 3 HSS (25)Salary Range$82,000.00 - $131,500.00Time TypeFull timeDuration TypeStaffWork ModelHybridBackground Check RequirementsAll 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 RequirementsThis role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.Posting DisclaimerSalary 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).NoteYale University is a tobacco-free campus.