Research Associate 1; Lab Manager

Yale University • New Haven, CT

75d • $61,500 - $91,875

About The Position

This position provides research assistance combined with lab managerial oversight responsibilities and will be responsible for carrying out and managing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory. Under the direction and supervision of the Principal Investigator, the individual will work on and develop independent studies of the pathogenesis of ovarian cancer and other gynecologic cancers. Responsibilities include training and supervising other members of the lab who may include postdoctoral associates, postgraduate associates, research assistants, clinical trainees and students; and provide assistance where needed. Responsibilities also include supporting the lab's research activities by performing a variety of procedures including but not limited to: specialized human cell and tissue cultures; protein/RNA extraction from cells and tissues; Western blot analysis; and single-cell RNA sequencing. Lab duties include but are not limited to: overseeing the smooth operation of the research laboratory; preparing chemicals and reagents; ordering and maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies; keeping records of laboratory purchases and expenses; maintaining laboratory equipment; organizing laboratory and equipment services; and keeping the laboratory up to EHS regulations and organized. The individual will perform additional functions incidental to research activities and lab oversight, as assigned or as the position requires.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in scientific discipline and 1 year experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the following scientific techniques and procedures: tissue/cell culture; protein extraction from cells and/or tissues; RNA isolation from cells and/or tissues, Western blot analysis, animal models of human cancer, and single-cell RNA-sequencing.
• Proven experience with Mac and PC with intermediate knowledge of Workday; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; Safari/Firefox; and Zoom.
• Train and/or instruct and/or supervise lab members who may include postdoctoral associates, postgraduate associates, research assistants, clinical trainees and students; and provide assistance where needed.
• Highly organized, self-motivated and time efficient individual with excellent interpersonal, written communication, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, and to perform both independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Reliable and have a professional attitude with the ability to stay focused on detailed-orientated work and have accurate record keeping.
• Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience in the following scientific techniques and procedures is preferred but not essential: Cell migration assays; exosome Isolation; Transfections; Immunohistochemistry; Immune cell isolation, flow cytometry.
• Proven experience in the following computer applications: EHS Integrator; eShipGlobal.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments on independent projects and assist lab members with experiments at the PI's request.
• Participate in experimental research planning and data compiling/analysis.
• Train lab members in techniques and experimental approaches and provide technical guidance.
• Supervise all lab members when the PI is absent.
• Coordinate lab meetings.
• Contribute to the development of research abstracts, manuscripts and presentations.
• Coordinate tissue needs on a regular basis with the YURS biobank Program Director and communicate within and between labs.
• Perform weekly checks of laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Order and maintain inventory of laboratory and office supplies; keep records of laboratory and office purchases and expenses; maintain laboratory equipment; organize and schedule laboratory and equipment services; keep the laboratory in order.
• Ensure lab is up to EHS regulations at all times and work with EHS for yearly lab checks as well as chemical and other waste pickup.
• Arrange and coordinate lab-specific facility requests and communicate with the Division's administrator about shared space facility requests.
• Communicate with labs regarding shared spaces and supplies.
• Communicate with the business office regarding accounts.
• Ship and receive research materials for the laboratory.
• Perform additional functions incidental to research activities and lab oversight, as assigned or as position requires.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $61,500.00 - $91,875.00

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees