Research Assistant 2, MS

12-Mar-2024

Internal Medicine - Endocrinology

86938BR

University Job Title

Research Assistant 2 MS

Bargaining Unit

L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group)

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade D

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Research Res Support, Research/Support

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Medical School Campus

Worksite Address

789 Howard Avenue
New Haven, CT 06519

Position Focus:

The Yale Bone Center Mineral Metabolism Laboratory is one of several clinical laboratories in the Yale Medical School accredited by the College of American Pathology, and CLIA certified by the Connecticut Department of Health to perform laboratory testing for diagnostic purposes. It is part of the Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Endocrinology. This position, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Dr. Karl Insogna and the direct daily supervision of the Laboratory Manager, will assist in analyzing clinical blood samples for vitamin D metabolites and parathyroid hormone levels for diagnostic purposes. This includes participating in sample extraction, preparation and storage, and reporting patient results in a laboratory information system. Duties also include running and maintaining analytical instrumentation, assisting the Laboratory Manager in the daily measurement of vitamin D metabolites and parathyroid hormone, and trouble-shooting assay instrumentation and assay methodology and performance issues when necessary. Candidate must also maintain quality control logbooks and communicate any problems to the laboratory manager.

Essential Duties

1. Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for research projects. Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques. 2. Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments. Assists in research design. Writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Reports on status of research activities. 3. Oversees and instructs research and support staff on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance. Schedules and coordinates research activities. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment and apparatus. Modifies equipment according to experimental specifications. 4. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May monitor hazardous work areas and laboratory safety. Prepares related reports. May prepare financial information and monitor budgets. 5. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.

Required Education and Experience

Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Strong work ethic and excellent attendance record with outstanding precision and attention to detail in performing all basic laboratory techniques including repetitive pipetting, using precision balances, and preparing solutions of different molalities. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with excellent English communication skills.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Clinical laboratory/research experience doing repetitive immunoassays with various methodologies like multichannel auto-analyzers and performing radioimmunoassays. While not required, familiarity with EPIC or related EHR, strongly preferred.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.

Weekend Hours Required?

No

Evening Hours Required?

Occasional

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

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https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

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 duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

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.

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