Postgraduate Positions

POSTGRADUATE ASSOCIATE IN XR in Pediatrics (XRPeds) at Yale

XR in Pediatrics (XRPeds) focuses on the use of extended reality (virtual, augmented, and mixed reality) in research, clinical practice, and health education with the goal of improving lives and reducing disparities of youth, young adults, and their families.

We are seeking a Postgraduate Associate with an interest in virtual reality, augmented reality, serious games, health behavior, behavioral or cognitive psychology, or public health and appropriate experience to join our multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and educators within the Department of Pediatrics at Yale.

Education: The Postgraduate Associate will gain education in topics related to virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality as it pertains to health and medicine. They will also gain education around behavioral and clinical intervention development, evaluation, and implementation. The postgraduate will also learn about research methods, HIPAA compliance, and working with diverse populations.

Mentorship: As part of our team, the Postgraduate Associate will gain mentorship and research experience by working closely with a multidisciplinary team on the development and evaluation of several game- and XR-based clinical applications and health interventions focused on improving the lives of youth and young adults. The Postgraduate Associate will be mentored directly by Drs Kimberly Hieftje and Asher Marks.

Training: The successful candidate will gain research experience and training by participating in all phases of our research projects alongside our team: conceptualization and development; recruitment of subjects for focus group/playtesting; design and implementation of subsequent randomized controlled trial; data collection; management and analysis; writing up results; and presenting findings.

This one-year, full-time position offers the opportunity to work alongside a prolific group of researchers and clinicians but requires creativity, excellent writing skills, and a strong interest in intellectual collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. Position beginning September 1, 2024, materials should be submitted no later than August 10, 2024.

To Apply:

Candidates are requested to submit

• A short letter of interest outlining your suitability for the position
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• 3 names of references

To: Dr. Kimberly Hieftje (kimberly.hieftje@yale.edu) and Dr. Asher Marks (asher.marks@yale.edu)

About the Fellowship

The Office of Career Strategy seeks a 12-month full-time STEM Strategic Initiatives Fellow to conduct a landscape analysis of the local biotech industry; assess the potential for a robust talent pipeline between this industry and Yale STEM graduate students and postdocs; and build relationships with industry partners that expand this pipeline.  The position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong sense of initiative and excellent analytical, research and communication skills.

This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in strategic analysis, market and competitive research, industry engagement, and project management. You will work collaboratively with OCS staff, faculty, and other stakeholders within Yale and in industry.  It is an ideal opportunity for individuals passionate about bridging the gap between academia and industry and contributing to developing a thriving biotech ecosystem in Connecticut. It is also well suited for those interested in higher education administration, industry, and management careers.  

Goals of the Fellowship

Under the guidance of the Director of Graduate and Postdoctoral Career Services, the Fellow will produce the following:

Market and Needs Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the local biotech ecosystem that includes an assessment of key players and their specialization areas, market growth trends, talent needs, and the current talent acquisition challenges faced by local biotech firms.

Stakeholder Engagement: Establish relationships and initiate dialogues with human resource personnel, hiring managers, and other key stakeholders in the local biotech industry. Work with the Yale OCS team to connect students and postdocs with interested employers and promote job and internship opportunities.   

Yale Talent Assessment: Develop an assessment of Yale’s postdocs and Ph.D. graduate students that evaluates their readiness, suitability, and preferences for opportunities in the local biotech industry. Gather data on the career outcomes of Yale postdocs following their Yale appointments via a survey or other method.

Strategic Planning and Program Design: Work with OCS leadership to develop a preliminary strategic plan for a talent pipeline program, including partnership structures and integration with existing educational or professional development programs.

Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree (Ph.D. strongly preferred) in the sciences with a strong interest in the biotech industry, and in applying an analytical mindset to real-world, strategic challenges. Research, consulting or industry experience in related disciplines, such as biotechnology, biomedical engineering, biochemistry, biology or physics, is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated research and analytical skills, including proficiency in gathering, managing, and applying quantitative and qualitative data to inform decision-making. Experience in survey design is helpful but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex information to diverse audiences. 
• Experience performing outreach to engage diverse stakeholders and build productive collaborations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

The salary range for this fellowship position is $65,000 - $85,000.  Information on benefits may be found on this webpage: https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/benefits/benefits-enrollment-2024/postdoctoral-associates-benefits-2024.

To Apply: Candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their interest in the position and any relevant experience to Hyun Ja Shin, Director of Graduate and Postdoctoral Career Services (hyunja.shin@yale.edu).

Postgraduate Associate in Immunology-Cancer-Metabolism (*new* Mlynarczyk Lab)

We are seeking science-driven individuals to join the laboratory of Dr. Coraline Mlynarczyk, opening 7/1/2024. Our lab is part of the Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (Yale Cancer Center) and Department of Medicine (Yale School of Medicine), with pending affiliation with the Departments of Immunobiology and Pathology. At the interface between immunology, cancer and metabolism, our inter-disciplinary team will tackle how immuno-metabolic deregulation of the adaptive immune response shapes malignant transformation trajectories of mature B cells.

We recently discovered that supercompetition represents a novel and key process of B cells transformation into aggressive malignancies with poor clinical outcome (Mlynarczyk et al Science 2023). Our lab aims to uncover how reprogramming of cell-cell communication signals, increased metabolic demands and biochemical adaptation, drive B cell competitiveness, and create vulnerabilities of resulting B cell lymphomas, pointing to new exploitable therapeutic routes.

Philosophy. We envision fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and exciting research environment allowing everyone to grow as a scientist and person, freely share ideas and mentor each other. We hope to recruit people that share this spirit and have the desire to facilitate the growth of a new lab, to carry out innovative and rigorous science in an evolving field.

Education. The postgraduate will benefit from a highly stimulating scientific environment, learn about wide-ranging aspects of immunology, metabolism and cancer, and develop scientific presentation and manuscript writing skills. They will participate in weekly lab meetings and journal clubs and have the opportunity to attend Department seminars, research in progress talks and group meetings. The postgraduate will learn principles of experimental design, problem solving, data documentation, analysis, and interpretation. Intellectual and technical contributions from the postgraduate will provide opportunities to present at research meetings and obtain co-authorship on peer-reviewed publications.

Training. The postgraduate will be directly trained and supervised by Dr Mlynarczyk on necessary lab techniques for the project. These include using multi-allelic mouse models of the immune response and cancer, precise in vivo immunological assays, mouse live imaging, establishment of new tumor models in mice and ex vivo for functional investigation and drug treatment testing, administration of biologics to mice, collection of tissues and fluids, animal autopsies, pathology, co-culture assays, engineering of human primary cells, cytokine profiling, high dimensional flow cytometry, immunofluorescence imaging, spatial and single cell transcriptional profiling, as well critical molecular biology procedures (cell culture, DNA, RNA, and protein analyses, viral particles production, cloning). Additionally, the postgraduate will acquire organizational and management skills by contributing to mouse colony maintenance, general lab upkeep of equipment, lab stocks preparation, ordering and maintaining supplies/reagent inventory.

Mentoring. Dr. Mlynarczyk is committed to mentoring and will work with postgraduates to become highly competitive for a career in science and/or medicine. Dr. Mlynarczyk has an established track record of postgraduate mentees successfully joining PhD, MD/PhD and MD programs. Postgraduates will meet at least weekly with Dr. Mlynarczyk to discuss research progress and career goals. Additional mentoring from peers and faculty members will be available from exposure to and collaborations with other labs at Yale and beyond.

Environment. Our team will initially be composed of 4 members and will grow as our research advances. Our lab is located at 300 George Street, 6^th floor. We share the floor with a combination of young and well-established groups, forming a highly interactive, rich, and vibrant environment for trainees. 

Qualifications. The ideal candidate will have graduated with a BA or BS, want to strengthen their research experience prior to medical or graduate school, and can commit for 2 years (renewable 1 year appointment). Most important qualifications are high self-motivation, curiosity, honesty, communication skills and a solid scientific foundation. Candidates should be highly organized, reliable, have good attention to detail, be able to multi-task, and perform both independently as well as in a team environment, Responsibilities include designing, assisting with, conducting, and interpreting experiments, record-keeping, and sharing organization tasks.

How to apply. Candidates should send a CV, cover letter (brief description of research experience, motivation, and goals) and contact information for 2-3 references to coraline.mlynarczyk@yale.edu with “Postgraduate position, candidate’s full name” in the subject line. Interested individuals are also welcome to reach out with any questions. Start dates are flexible between 8/2024-2/2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting June 10.

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Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Postgraduate Position Available  – Yale Center for Engineering and Systems Immunology/Department of Dermatology

Department and School: Immunobiology/Dermatology Departments at Yale School of Medicine

Anticipated Appointment Dates: 7/1/2024-6/30/2024

Email: Andrew.d.johnston@yale.edu

This is a full time paid 12 month (7/1/2024-6/30/2024) position, with possibility of one-year renewal, to work in the laboratory of Dr John Tsang, PhD (Department of Immunobiology and Biomedical Engineering; Director, Yale Center for Systems and Engineering Immunology (CSEI)) beginning July 2024 with co-supervision by Dr. Andrew Johnston MD/PhD (Postdoctoral Fellow/Instructor, Department of Dermatology).

This position will involve an annual salary of $42,000 plus benefits.

Dr. Tsang’s group investigates why immune system statuses and responses to perturbations (e.g., to SARS-CoV-2 infections) are highly variable across individuals in the human population. Together, Drs. Tsang and Johnston are conducting an intradermal influenza vaccine study aimed at determining the early kinetics of the immune response to a controlled perturbation in human skin. Work and training for this project will include clinical trial design, sample processing (PBMC/neutrophil isolation, skin and stool microbiome isolation), sequencing library creation (CITE-seq, 16s rRNA, RNAseq, TCRseq), and potentially computational modeling (including artificial intelligence; depending on background in coding). If interested in Dermatology, an epidemiologic/clinical-focused project can be pursued.

Education/Training

The postgraduate will be directly supervised by Drs Tsang and Johnston and will be trained and guided by members of the lab. Training will include learning the necessary lab techniques for the project, and in principles of experimental design, problem solving, and analysis of results. Additional training will include developing scientific presentation and manuscript writing skills. The postgraduates will be expected to attend weekly lab meetings and journal clubs.

Mentoring

The postgraduate will have weekly meetings with Dr. Johnston and quarterly meetings with Dr. Tsang to discuss their project’s progress as well as their future career goals. Intellectual and technical contributions will provide opportunities to present data at research meetings and co-authorship on peer-reviewed publications. This is an ideal position for recent graduates interested in strengthening their research experience prior to medical or graduate school.

Qualifications

Applicants should have at the time of starting a BA or BS in a related field. Prior lab-based research experience is preferred. Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated, hard-working and reliable, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills, be able to multi-task, and be able to perform both independently as well as in a team environment.

Process to Apply

Applicants should email: 1) a Curriculum Vitae/Resume; 2) a cover letter including a short description of their research background, research interests and career goals (1/2 to 1 page); and 3) contact information for at least two references to Dr Andrew Johnston (Andrew.d.johnston@yale.edu).

Postgraduate position in Steven Tang’s lab in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry

Steven Tang’s laboratory in the department of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry (MB&B) at Yale University invites applications for a postgraduate position.  Applicants should have previous laboratory research experience and hold or expect to receive a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, bioengineering, or a related major.  The successful candidate is expected to work in a team of fellow trainees in the lab and be proficient in oral and written communication skills.  The successful candidate will be driving cutting-edge research into the mechanisms and engineering of cell-cell fusion and cell-surface receptor signaling in human physiology and infectious disease.  Learn more about the Tang lab at https://www.steventanglab.com.

Education

Fundamental to human development and disease, cell-cell fusion is essential in fertilization, muscle regeneration, placental formation, tissue regeneration, and cancer progression.  Research in the Tang lab focuses on decoding and rewiring the cell-surface interactomes for cell-cell fusion and cell-surface receptor signaling.  Trainees in the Tang lab use structural biology, cell biology, and protein engineering to investigate receptor-mediated cell-surface recognition and the molecular machine for membrane fusion.  The Tang lab exploits mechanistic and structural knowledge on these molecular interactions to enable design and development of protein-based therapeutics and vaccines.

Training

The Tang lab is committed to training, teaching, mentoring, and enabling the next generation of scientists and scholars.  The successful candidate will gain extensive research experience in any of the following scientific areas: protein biochemistry, cell biology, structural biology, protein engineering, antibody discovery, reproductive biology, and immunology. 

Mentoring

The successful candidate will be mentored directly by Dr. Steven Tang, as well as an assigned senior lab member.  The candidate will attend weekly one-on-one meetings with the PI, lab meetings, departmental seminars, and multi-lab joint meetings.  The candidate will receive the scientific, communication, and leadership skills for their career development, for example, graduate school or medical school applications.

Location

The Tang lab is located on the third floor of the Bass Center for Molecular and Structural Biology at Yale’s Science Hill. 

Application

Applicants are expected to dedicate 2 years to this position.  In the cover letter, please include paragraphs explaining what about the Tang lab’s research makes the applicant interested in the lab, the applicant’s previous research experience and career goals. Please email a cover letter, CV, and two names of reference to Steven directly at shaogeng.tang@yale.edu. 

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.  Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

We are seeking a postgraduate research associate to join the Slessarev and Wong lab groups in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University in New Haven, CT. The focus of Slessarev and Wong lab groups are on terrestrial ecosystem ecology and biogeochemistry. Questions and research themes in the Wong and Slessarev labs are available here: https://www.michelleywong.com/; https://ericslessarev.com/.

Training
The postgraduate research associate will have many opportunities to learn and work on terrestrial ecosystem ecology and biogeochemistry research, such as (1) assisting with field, greenhouse, and microcosm experiments related to plant-soil interactions; (2) setting up, maintaining, and running analytical instruments; (3) and developing and following laboratory protocols. Depending on individual interest, there will be opportunities to conduct fieldwork locally and internationally, learn computational skills, attend lab meetings and seminars, and assist with data analysis and scientific publishing. This position is ideal for researchers looking to expand their research experience and explore different research interests before pursuing a Ph.D. in ecosystem ecology.

Mentoring
We believe strongly in a supportive and engaging lab environment to foster collective learning and personal and professional development. The postgraduate research associate will be given career development opportunities (e.g. scientific writing and public speaking skills) that will be individually tailored to their long-term career goals, discussed via an individual development plan that will be revisited twice a year.

Education
In addition to the mentoring and training within the lab groups, there is a vibrant scientific community in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. This position offers opportunities to attend departmental seminars and other events, and interact with other members of the scientific community at Yale.

Qualifications:

• BS or BA degree in ecology, environmental science, chemistry, biology, geology, or a related area
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• Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and take initiative in pursuing project goals
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• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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• Problem-solving, training, and mentoring abilities
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• Ability to interpret and extract relevant information from the scientific literature
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• Ability to follow and develop protocols
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• Driver’s license

Prior laboratory experience is preferred, particularly experience with developing protocols and running instruments such as a plate reader, gas analyzer, gas chromatograph, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, elemental analyzer, discrete/flow-through analyzers.

Please apply at the following link (apply.interfolio.com/143484<http://apply.interfolio.com/143484>). We will begin reviewing applications on May 17th. Virtual interviews will occur on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

2024  Postgraduate Associate Position-Murphy Lab

The Murphy Lab in the Cell Biology Department at Yale School of Medicine is seeking a postgraduate researcher with a background in either wet lab or computational biology. As an inaugural member of the lab, this researcher will work closely with Dr. Murphy to establish and apply cutting-edge microscopy approaches to study the relationship between epigenetic memory and the 3-dimensional organization of the mammalian genome.

2-meters of DNA are non-randomly packaged into a nucleus and interactions between DNA regions provides a dynamic layer of gene regulation that helps to specify specific gene expression programs. The Murphy lab primarily utilizes Optical

Reconstruction of Chromatin Architecture [PMID:30886393] to trace the 3D interactions of DNA loci as well as simultaneously assaying the gene expression state of a cell to connect 3D organization to gene regulation function. There is a keen interest in the lab to study the feedback relationship between epigenetic modifying proteins and the packaging of their DNA targets. A second priority of the lab is to develop new imaging-based technologies to extract dynamic chromatin measurements and develop computational models to reflect the measured biophysical parameters.

We are looking for candidates who are broadly excited about interdisciplinary research in the epigenetics and biophysics space.

TRAINING

Candidates have the opportunity to learn how to engineer microscope systems, cell editing, image analysis, and computational modeling. Candidates with strength in one area (wet lab or computational) can have the opportunity to grow in the other area if desired!

If primarily interested in wet lab, candidates can expect to be trained in mammalian cell line engineering, organoid development, and multiplexed imaging methodologies.

If primarily interested in computational work, the associate will

be trained in image analysis, image analysis tool development, and/or computational/theoretical modeling.

The Postgraduate Associate will be a valued and integral member of the lab with opportunities to present research findings locally and at relevant conferences.

MENTORING

Dr. Murphy believes that one of her primary roles as an academic scientist is to mentor the next generation of scientists. As such, she takes mentorship very seriously and strives to practice effective mentoring strategies and actively tailor mentorship to each individual.

Her goal is for any postgraduate researcher to gain enough training and independence to intellectually contribute to a project and have authorship on a manuscript. While the associate will be expected to master relevant techniques, they will also be expected to “think like a scientist” and develop project management skills that will serve them in future career steps.

The associate will meet regularly with Dr. Murphy to discuss research progress and career development. She is committed to advancing postgraduate researchers to their next career stage, whether that be medical school, graduate school, or industry. As part of the Cell Biology Department at Yale the associate will be able to take advantage of a well-resourced environment and broader community of scientists to learn from.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

A successful candidate must have obtained a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the position. It is preferred, but not required, for the candidate to have a background in biophysics, physics, or genetics.

Wet lab candidates should have some prior wet lab experiences, preferably experience outside of laboratory classes. Coursework in molecular biology/genetics/biophysics is helpful.

Computational candidates should have a background in math/theory and an interest in modeling with coursework in computer science.

Dr. Murphy firmly believes that most skills can be taught so the most important qualifications are as follows:

●     Broad excitement about biological research

●     Creative problem-solving skills

●     A solid foundation in science through a relevant bachelor’s degree

●     Self-motivation and also interest in working collaboratively with others as part of a team

●     Strong communication skills

The appointment will be for 1 year with the possibility (and preference) of a second-year extension.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in STEM to be completed prior to the position start date.

For wet-lab candidates: Some prior molecular biology research experience is required.

For computational candidates: Some math/physics coursework and proficiency with coding in any language is required.

The ability to work well in a team, organization skills, and self-motivation are critical to success in this position.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates can contact Dr. Sedona Murphy at sedona.murphy@yale.edu <mailto:sedona.murphy@yale.edu> with a brief letter of intent and their current CV. Please describe your career goals, research/scientific background, and your availability (preferred start date for summer/fall 2024).

2024 Post-Graduate Associate Position-Reilly Lab

The Reilly Lab in the Genetics Department at Yale School of Medicine (www.reilly-lab.com<http://www.reilly-lab.com>) is seeking postgraduate researchers with either a wet lab or computational focus. We are a collaborative, hard-working, and supportive team that develops and uses cutting-edge genomic tools to study human disease and evolution.

The promise of unlocking the human genome’s full potential to cure disease or understand our evolutionary history hinges on our ability to build new tools for interpreting uncharacterized genomic regions. To that end we’ve developed cutting-edge methods for CRISPR editing, high-throughput reporter assays, and machine learning. Our lab applies these tools to understand evolutionarily significant genomic loci, the precise genetic mechanisms underlying complex traits, and disease risk for neurological, autoimmune, and metabolic disorders. We are looking for strong candidates with either a human and cross-species evolutionary genomics focus, or an interest in technology development in the human genetics space.

TRAINING
There is some flexibility to match the trainee’s interests and aptitude to specific projects of interest. If primarily interested in wet lab, the Postgraduate Associate will train in developing and deploying genomic techniques such as MPRA and CRISPR screens. They will be expected to learn advanced cell culture, cloning, and next-generation sequencing techniques. Potential projects include investigating the gene targets of disease-related variation and exploring gene regulation across different cell types. If primarily interested in computational work, the Postgraduate Associate will train in developing new computational tools and techniques to advance our understanding of the human genome and its role in disease and evolution. Potential projects include applying machine learning models and population genetic methods to predict and understand regulatory variants, collaborating with experimental biologists on developing novel uses of high-throughput reporter assays, and analyzing CRISPR editing and high-throughput reporter assay data to uncover new insights into the genetics of human disease and evolution. The Postgraduate Associate is expected to develop into an integral, valued member of the lab, to participate in weekly lab meetings/journal clubs, to present their research findings, and to attend research seminars.

MENTORING
The Reilly lab takes seriously its role in training future scientists and sees the postgraduate’s future success as the lab’s success. The Postgraduate Associate will meet regularly with the PI to discuss scientific progress and career development. Previous trainees have gone onto top-tier graduate programs, medical schools, and industry positions. Each has graduated from the lab with authorship on at least one manuscript. As a part of the Department of Genetics at the Yale School of Medicine, the lab offers an outstanding and fully resourced training environment which provides the flexibility to meet the trainee’s professional goals.

EDUCATION
A successful candidate must complete a bachelor’s degree before starting the position.
For wet-lab candidates, 1+ years of prior molecular biology research experience is required. Strong coursework in molecular biology/genetics is beneficial.
For computational candidates, excellent coding skills and coursework in molecular biology/genetics are required.

The candidate should display a high level of initiative, logic, and creative problem-solving skills, as well as a bachelor’s degree with a solid foundation in science. The candidate is also required to have excellent personal initiative and should be excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic team. They should demonstrate aptitude for time management skills in coordinating concurrent assignments in a multi-faceted project. Candidates should possess strong communication and computer skills, with the ability to develop technical documents and presentations.

Candidates with any experience in bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, genetics, machine learning, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, or sequencing are especially encouraged to apply. The appointment will be for 1 year with the possibility of a second-year extension.

Qualifications
A successful candidate must complete a bachelor’s degree before starting the position.
For wet-lab candidates, 1+ years of prior molecular biology research experience is required. Strong coursework in molecular biology/genetics is beneficial. For computational candidates, excellent coding skills and coursework in molecular biology/genetics are required.

The candidate should display a high level of initiative, logic, and creative problem-solving skills, as well as a bachelor’s degree with a solid foundation in science.

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should apply via Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/143275
The application should include: (1) CV; (2) a cover letter including a brief description of research interests and how they align with the lab; and (3) either (a) letters from or (b) contact information for 2-3 references.

Postgraduate Position in Endocrinology, Bergwitz Lab at Yale University

We are seeking a postgraduate research associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Clemens Bergwitz in the Department of Medicine, Section Endocrinology at Yale University. 2006 the Bergwitz Lab identified the genetic defect underlying the childhood disorder Hereditary Hypophosphatemic Rickets with Hypercalciuria (HHRH), and since then developed a research focus on inborn errors of bone and mineral metabolism. His lab uses murine models of hypophosphatemia to better understand the responses of the musculoskeletal and renal system to oral phosphate therapy. For more information, please visit https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/bergwitz/

Interested applicants please send a brief statement of interest and curriculum vitae with contact information for three references to the PI at clemens.bergwitz@yale.edu.

Training

As a postgraduate research associate in the Bergwitz lab, the candidate will lead research projects using a combination of molecular biology and biochemistry approaches in mammalian cell culture and mouse models. Techniques we use in the lab include cell culture, molecular cloning, viral vector-based genetic manipulation, and immunohistochemistry.

Mentoring

The postgraduate researcher will work directly with Dr. Bergwitz in all phases of research projects, including study design, execution, and data interpretation of experiments. In addition, the candidate will be given career development opportunities (e.g. scientific writing and public speaking skills) that are individually tailored to their long-term career goals. Dr. Bergwitz strongly believes a supportive and engaging lab environment is the key in fostering scientific advancements and personal growth.

Education

In addition to the mentoring and training in the lab. The Bergwitz lab is also part of a diverse and vibrant scientific community in the Section Endocrinology. This position offers unique opportunity to interact with and learn from labs with broad expertise in diabetes and mineral metabolism research. This position is ideal for researchers looking to expand their research experiences and explore different research interests before pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in biomedical sciences. Qualified candidate with a 2-year commitment to the position is strongly encouraged.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in sciences is required. Prior laboratory experience using mouse models is highly preferred.

Postgraduate position in the laboratory of Louise Wang, MD.

This is a postgraduate position in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Yale Section of Digestive Diseases and West Haven VA Medical Center. We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated recent College graduates (or soon to be graduates by 6/2024) who are passionate about advancing early detection of pancreatic cancer to improve survival of this deadly disease.

1. Training- Our goal is to improve on tradition pancreatic cancer risk prediction by integrating classic epidemiological approaches with human genetics and genomics.  We will develop and validate large cohort populations from the electronic health record linked with biorepositories,  identify individuals at high risk for pancreatic cancer, and discover the genetic diversity of pancreatic cancer. You will participate in ongoing projects to develop and validate large databases and biobanks, perform clinical risk prediction and statistical analyses, conduct systemic reviews of the literature, present at conferences, and write manuscripts.

1. Mentoring- You will be mentored by Dr. Louise Wang through regular interactions to review results, protocols, presentations, etc. You will be expected to participate in research in progress meetings, journal clubs, and gastroenterology conferences. Also, daily mentoring and training in statistical and programming techniques will be provided.

1. Education-Individuals with prior experience with bioinformatics, data management, statistics and programming are strongly encouraged to apply. However, this is not a prerequisite and the most successful applicants are the ones who are detail-oriented, organized, and self – motivated with a passion for learning.

The position is for 1-2 years.

If you are interested in this position, please send (1) your CV, (2) a brief description of previous research experience and (3) an unofficial transcript to louise.wang@yale.edu.

Postgraduate Position in Lipid Biology and Mass Spectrometry in the Zhao Lab at Yale University

We are seeking a postgraduate research associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Xiaoai Zhao in the Department of Comparative Medicine at Yale University. Zhao lab’s main focus is on the funtional investigation of complex lipids in the context of aging and diseases. Questions that the Zhao lab are interested in include: how do membrane lipids affect cellular function and organismal health during aging and age-related pathologies, what are the organelle-specific lipid contribution in biological processes, and what is the role of complex lipid species in systems metabolism. We use a combination of molecular biology, biochemistry and mass spectrometry in cell and animal models to address these questions. For more information, please visit www.zhaolabyale.com. Interested applicants please send a brief statement of interest and curriculum vitae with contact information for three references to the PI at xiaoai.zhao@yale.edu.

Training

As a postgraduate research associate in the Zhao lab, the candidate will perform mass spectrometry-based lipidomic analysis. Specific responsibilities may include lipidomics sample preparation, data acquisition and analysis. Candidate will also participate in research projects in the lab using a combination of molecular biology, biochemistry and mammalian cell culture techniques.

Mentoring

The postgraduate researcher will work directly with Dr. Zhao in all phases of research projects, including study design, execution, and data interpretation of experiments. In addition, the candidate will be given career development opportunities (e.g. scientific writing and public speaking skills) that are individually tailored to their long-term career goals. Dr. Zhao strongly believes a supportive and engaging lab environment is the key in fostering scientific advancements and personal growth.

Education

In addition to the mentoring and training in the lab. The Zhao lab is also part of a diverse and vibrant scientific community in the Department of Comparative Medicine and Yale Center for Molecular and Systems Metabolism. This position offers unique opportunity to interact with and learn from labs with broad expertise in metabolism, aging and immunology research. This position is ideal for researchers looking to expand their research experiences and explore different research interests before pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in biomedical sciences. Qualified candidate with a 2-year commitment to the position is strongly encouraged.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological sciences is required. Prior laboratory experience in analytical chemistry is highly preferred.

Department and School: Child Study Center, Yale School of Medicine

Anticipated Appointment Dates: July 1, 2024

Email/Website: denis.sukhodolsky@yale.edu /  https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/sukhodolsky/

Introduction of School/Department:

The Sukhodolsky lab at the Yale Child Study Center is looking to fill a postgraduate (post-baccalaureate) position associated with behavioral and neuroimaging studies of children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorder. The Yale Child Study Center is a department of the Yale University School of Medicine. The mission of the center is to understand children’s mental health problems, and prevent or alleviate the symptoms of patients who suffer from them. Primary responsibilities of this position will include study coordination of the multi-site Autism Center of Excellence study of neurodevelopmental biomarkers of late diagnosis in female and gender diverse autism, subject recruitment and community outreach, running subjects through clinical assessments, running fMRI scanning experiments, and managing study databases. Other responsibilities will include assisting with a clinical trial of a comprehensive behavioral intervention for irritability in adolescents with autism as well as neuroimaging study of social and emotional functioning in children with disruptive behavior. For additional information about the past and current studies in the Denis Sukhodolsky lab please visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/sukhodolsky/

Overview of the Position:

The postgraduate associate will be trained in a variety of aspects of clinical research and will gain experience in childhood neurodevelopmental disorders. The positions include the following learning opportunities:

EDUCATION: This position will provide excellent opportunities to learn about autism and developmental psychopathology. Postgraduate associate will be trained on how to guide children and families through clinical and neuroimaging studies and become familiar with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) techniques that are used in the Sukhodolsky lab to examine brain mechanisms of autism. They will also learn to administer, score and interpret measures of social behavior, anxiety, irritability, and neurocognitive functioning to children and adolescents.

TRAINING:  Postgraduate associates will learn the importance of the interface with families during all parts of the research process. They will receive training on psychological assessments of symptoms, intelligence, and adaptive functioning as well as neurocognitive tasks for evaluating brain mechanisms of cognitive and emotional functioning. Focused training will be provided about data management and analysis procedures in clinical research with pediatric populations.

MENTORING: Dr. Sukhodolsky will provide direct mentorship to this postgraduate associate including individual meetings focused on the trainee’s learning objectives.  Additional mentorship opportunities will be provided via collaboration on research papers and conference presentations with the members of Denis Sukhodolsky lab including. The trainee will also have access to a wide range of learning opportunities including weekly lab meetings and grand rounds and lectures at the Yale Child Study Center.

Location: This is not a remote opportunity.  This position is located at the Yale Child Study Center, 230 South Frontage Road, New Haven, CT. Per postdoc office policy, all trainees are expected to complete their training on campus.

The Postgraduate Associate position is for two years with the second-year appointment conditional on progress made in the first year.  First year salary is $38,400 plus healthcare coverage. 

Qualifications:

BA or BS required. Psychology, Pre-Med, or Neuroscience background required with research experience, including data management with Excel and SPSS, and experience of working with children on the autism spectrum.  Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Process to apply:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Please submit you application as a single PDF file named as “Last name_First name.pdf” and containing a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of academic transcript (does not need to be official) to Denis Sukhodolsky, Ph.D., at Denis.Sukhodolsky@yale.edu.  Please also arrange for two letters of recommendation to be emailed directly to denis.sukhodolsky@yale.edu.

Please note that the university has a COVID vaccination and booster requirement for all students, staff & faculty which is described in the COVID-19 Vaccine Program. You are required to comply with the Vaccine Program prior to the first day of your Yale appointment. Should you not be eligible for the Booster at this time, you will be required to receive your booster within seven (7) days of your eligibility. Please see the Yale COVID-19 Vaccine Program for information on how to schedule a vaccination and/or how to submit or confirm your vaccination documentation. For up-to-date university information on COVID-19, please visit: https://covid19.yale.edu/.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Jock Reynolds Fellowship in Public Programs
Education Department, Yale University Art Gallery

This is a one-year, full-time position, with the possibility of renewal for a second year.

Expected start date: summer 2024

Salary: $50,000–$56,000, commensurate with education and experience, a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, a modest professional-development stipend, and reimbursement of relocation costs up to $1,000. For more details, visit https://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs/benefits.

Position Focus
The Jock Reynolds Fellowship in Public Programs is intended for an emerging professional with an advanced degree who is considering a career in public programs and engagement. Yale University Art Gallery programs connect curricular, cocurricular, and community initiatives and interests through a range of in-person and digital engagement opportunities. Reporting to the Jane and Gerald Katcher Curator of Programs, the fellow will work closely with colleagues and collaborators across Yale University and New Haven, as well as the community of public programmers. The focus of this fellowship is to develop, present, and evaluate programs and to help create public-engagement resources and material. The fellow will help train students to deliver programs, particularly Gallery Talks across the collection and collaborations in the Gallery+ and Studio Program series.

Interested and qualified applicants must submit a CV with the names of three references and a cover letter that addresses the candidate’s interest in the fellowship. Email applications (in PDF format) to: Molleen Theodore, the Jane and Gerald Katcher Curator of Programs, molleen.theodore@yale.edu, by Monday, March 18, 2024. Please send your email with the subject line “Jock Reynolds Fellowship Application.”

Training
The fellow will gain broad, hands-on experience in public programs and engagement; in developing, implementing, and evaluating in-person and digital programs; in working with diverse audiences; and in collaborating across the University and community. The fellow will participate in the Wurtele Gallery Teacher training program and learn from museum educators about art-based pedagogies and the Gallery’s global collections. The fellow will also participate in Gallery-wide and department-specific Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIA/B) training sessions and initiatives. The fellow will be trained in the Gallery’s collections-management system (TMS), image and media databases, and other software systems as needed.

Mentoring
The fellow will be a member of the Gallery’s Education Department and will gain familiarity with all aspects of the department’s operations. The fellow will also be part of the Gallery’s Public Programs team and will receive direct mentorship in the areas of public programs and engagement. The fellow will participate in a peer-mentorship program and in the Fellows Forum, an informal professional-development platform for fellows across the Gallery. The fellow will join the Network of Public Programmers and help plan group meetings.

Education and Preferred Experience
Emerging scholars with an advanced degree in art history, studio art, museum studies, public humanities, or a related field, as well as a strong interest in interdisciplinary and community-based approaches to in-person and digital engagement, are encouraged to apply. Foreign nationals are eligible to apply. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the museum field.

At least one year of programming experience in a museum is required. The fellow must reside in the Greater New Haven area for the term of the fellowship. The workweek is Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with some evening (especially Thursdays during the semester) and weekend work required. The work is in person and will entail movement among the open office space, the galleries, and the campus and community, along with use of computer and audio/visual equipment. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication, interpersonal, research, and writing skills; a demonstrated ability to communicate with museum staff, faculty, students, and the public in a knowledgeable, professional, and kind manner; a demonstrated ability to connect with diverse collaborators and audiences; a demonstrated ability to take initiative and anticipate actions needed; experience presenting live programs (both virtual and hybrid) on Zoom Webinar and developing digital content using Adobe Creative Cloud or comparable software programs; and a commitment to fostering a culture of DEIA/B.

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Postgraduate Position at Department of Internal Medicine (Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine), Yale School of Medicine (Dr. Snigdha Jain, MD, MHS)

Start Date: May 1, 2024

Our clinical research group at Yale School of Medicine seeks a postgraduate trainee/PhD student to contribute to a project related to digitally phenotyping health measures across multiple domains among older adults recovering from hospitalization with a critical illness using smartwatch-based technology. The project involves screening and enrollment of participants including distributing a smartwatch equipped with remote monitoring application called ROAMM, primary data collection at baseline and follow-up visits through self-reported instruments (including assessments of physical function, cognition, and symptoms of physical and mental health), and analysis of both actively-reported and passively collected (accelerometer, GPS) data. This position can be full- or part-time. It is a paid position with insurance benefits, available for start on or about May 1, 2024. Depending on the candidate’s skills, background, and interest, opportunities range from face-to-face interaction with study participants, follow-up visits for collection of quantitative data, data analysis, and involvement in publications. Since this job involves face-to-face interactions with older adult patients; we seek someone who is compassionate and comfortable interfacing with patients and medical staff. As education and distribution in ROAMM-equipped Applewatch is integral to the study, we seek someone familiar with operating smartwatches as would be used in daily life.

Training

Postgraduate trainees will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with patients. There are many opportunities within our department for career development through conferences, lectures, didactics, and participation in clinical research study visits. Candidates also have opportunities to receive peer mentorship from members of Yale’s Program on Aging to refine career goals and select opportunities for further training. This is a great position for those interested in pursuing a career in medicine and/or medical research. The postgraduate trainee will receive training in clinical research skills, including:

• Recruitment/enrollment/retention of eligible study participants
• Design and maintenance of online Redcap databases
• Performing assessments of physical and cognitive function
• Conduct analysis of patient-reported and sensor-based quantitative data
• Epidemiologic principles and analytical approaches
• Advanced biostatistical methods
• Written and oral communication of results
• Publication of original research, including abstracts and manuscripts
• Developing scientific writing skills
• Building knowledge in remote monitoring technology, digital health measures, critical illness and aging research

Mentoring

The candidate will be mentored by Dr. Jain. Dr. Jain will meet with the post-grad at least weekly to focus on personal and professional growth, and will guide the candidate in their efforts towards developing a career in medicine or science. Exposure to activities in the sections of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine as well as Geriatrics will provide opportunities for development of additional skills and collaborations. Dr. Jain and other research team members will also provide constructive feedback on the trainee’s performance.

Education / Qualifications

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a related discipline, with strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications including excel and word. Preferred candidates would have basic knowledge of statistical methods, experience with at least one statistical analysis software (R, SAS, SPSS, Stata, Python, etc.), experience in quantitative data management and analysis; experience in recruitment and interaction with study participants; experience with Redcap or other electronic database management system; and potentially experience working with accelerometry data. The candidate must be able to commit to a one-year position.

Application Process

Interested candidates should forward a CV and cover letter with the names and email addresses of two references to: Snigdha.Jain@yale.edu. Please include in the subject line “Your Full Name, Post-grad position”

Postgraduate Position in Reproductive Biology (Tal Lab)

This is a full-time paid position to work in the laboratory of Dr. Reshef Tal, MD PhD, in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences at Yale University.

This is a one or two year position to work on basic/translational research as related to female reproductive failure. We are seeking a postgraduate associate to participate in studies investigating the role of uterine stem/progenitor cells in reproduction. The Tal lab has a translational focus on understanding how the uterine stem/progenitor cells contribute to abnormal endometrial repair and fibrosis leading to uterine scarring and infertility. The lab uses approaches from molecular biology, cell biology, bioinformatics and systems biology. We collect and study tissues from patients and use transgenic mouse models to pursue these questions. Prior lab-based experience in cellular and/or molecular biology is preferred. This is an ideal position for recent graduates interested in strengthening their research experience prior to medical school or graduate school.

Research activities:

The successful candidate will use molecular and cellular biology techniques (PCR, flow cytometry, single cell RNA sequencing, immunohistochemistry, cell culture), as well as be involved in animal work and engineering innovative transgenic mouse models to study the mechanisms governing stem/progenitor cells in endometrial repair.

Training:

The Postgraduate will receive training in the methodologies listed above by the lab’s senior research scientist and other lab members. The postgraduate will have primary research oversight by Dr. Tal. Training will also include principles of experimental design, problem solving and data analysis. In addition to development of an in-depth understanding of reproductive biology, efforts are made to tailor the experience to the postgraduate’s goals and interests.

Mentorship:

The candidate will receive daily hands-on guidance and mentoring from members of the Tal lab. The candidate will have weekly meetings with Dr. Tal to discuss their project’s progress, interpretation of their data and future career goals. The candidate will be expected to present at lab meetings on a bi-monthly basis. Intellectual and technical contributions will provide opportunities to present data at research meetings and co-authorship on peer-reviewed publications.

Education:

Applicants should have at the time of starting a BA or BS in a related field. Prior lab-based research experience in molecular and/or cellular biology is preferred. Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated, hard-working and reliable, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills, be able to multi-task, and be able to perform both independently as well as in a team environment.

Interested applicants should email: 1) a Curriculum Vitae; 2) contact information for at least two references; 3) a short description of their research background, research interests and career goals to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Reshef Tal (reshef.tal@yale.edu).

Postgraduate Position in Epithelial Immune Crosstalk

Postgraduate positions for research in mucosal immunity and epithelial immune cross talk in the laboratory of Liza Konnikova at Yale University. Research in the Konnikova group is directed at studying the development and maintenance of mucosal immunity. We are interested in understanding how homeostasis is established and maintained in humans and what goes awry to cause disease. Particularly, we have established immune-intestinal organoid models to study the role of immune cells in regulating intestinal health. We are seeking a motivated, dynamic individual who is interested in translational work applying cell biology, organoid and immunology approaches to understanding fundamental mechanisms governing the establishment and maintenance of human intestinal health and disease. During this time, the successful applicant will obtain training in sample processing and preparation, organoid cultures, common laboratory techniques and in immunologic techniques.

Research Activities - The Post-graduate will use a combination of primary cell culture and organoid culture techniques, FACS and imagining modalities to understand the mechanisms governing epithelial-immune cross talk.

Training - The Post-graduate will receive training in translation research, cell biology techniques including cell culture and molecular biology (ie. PCR, next generation sequencing) and immunobiology techniques (ie. FACS, mass cytometry).

Mentoring Plan - The successful candidate will receive daily, hands-on mentoring from members of the Konnikova lab. The candidate will meet with Dr. Konnikova regarding their productivity and interpretation of their data on a weekly basis. Finally, the candidate will be expected to present at lab meetings on a bi-monthly basis.

The candidate will be expected to have a B.A./B.S. in the field of biological or chemical sciences. Some lab experience in cellular and molecular biology or immunology is preferred. Candidates should be a team player, self-motivated, organized, responsible, enthusiastic and eager to learn. For more information on our group, please see our website – www.konnikovalab.com.

Interested applicants should send a brief statement of interest, your work experience and a resume with contact information for three references to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Liza Konnikova (liza.konnikova@yale.edu).

Postgraduate Associate in Neuro Infectious Diseases (Spudich Lab)

Dr. Spudich’s Yale Neuro ID research group is recruiting a postgraduate research associate to join our team. We seek to understand and address the mechanisms underlying damage to the central nervous system in HIV and other infections. We work in diverse modalities - and with a wide range of collaborators at Yale and beyond - to study the processes of immune activation, neuroprotection, and neuropathogenesis that occur during early and chronic, untreated HIV and during suppressive HIV treatment, as well as after recovery from other acute viral infections. Recent tools include immunologic, viral, and biomarker analysis of cerebrospinal fluid, advanced neuroimaging with positron emission tomography (PET) and magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRI), and examination of complex, cellular populations and viral persistence in brain tissue.

Primary roles of research associates will include:

• Assist with managing the Yale Neuro ID Biorepository database.
• Assist in recruitment and enrollment; screening, scheduling, consenting participants, processing the biosamples, performing neurologic assessments, and collecting outcomes data.
• Involvement in ongoing clinical research projects and clinical trials, including data collection and analysis, grant writing, abstract and manuscript preparation.

Research associates will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with vulnerable populations and working collaboratively with the research team.

The ideal candidate would be highly organized, have the ability to sustain a robust level of research activity with professional judgment and accountability; highly self-motivated, independent, and reliable.  

https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/serena-spudich/?tab=bio

Training:

The training will focus on ongoing clinical research projects, including data collection, data entry, face -to-face interviews with study participants, and some specimen processing. Opportunities for grant writing, abstract and manuscript preparation, and to present at conferences. You will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with patients and working collaboratively with the medical team. This training in the Department of Neurology will be ideal for gaining experience in a clinical setting and cutting-edge research. You will have significant exposure to both clinical and research operations.

Mentorship:

The postgraduate will be mentored by Dr. Serena Spudich who has an excellent track record of mentees moving on to attend medical school or schools for other professional careers. The postgraduate will have the opportunity to learn from a variety of professionals. Efforts will be made to tailor the experience to the postgraduate’s goals and interests. The ultimate goal is to create a rewarding experience.

Education:

Both bachelor’s and master’s degree graduates are welcome to apply.

Applicants should submit curriculum vitae to Allison Nelson at allison.nelson@yale.edu. Please enter “Postgraduate” in subject line of e-mail.

Postgraduate Position in the Yale Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine – Knauert Lab

The Knauert Lab at Yale School of Medicine seeks a postgraduate trainee to contribute to our studies aimed at understanding sleep and circadian disruption in the medical intensive care unit. For more information on our group, please see our website - medicine.yale.edu/lab/knauert

This is a full-time, paid position available for start on or around July 1, 2024. 

Training: Candidates will receive training in various clinical research skills, including:

• Identifying and enrolling eligible study participants in the intensive care unit
• Conducting study visits
• Laboratory handling and processing of blood and urine samples
• Design and maintenance of online databases

Trainees will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with patients and medical staff. The trainee is expected to help with all activities and participate in weekly lab meetings. Trainees will also attend departmental conferences and lectures that are relevant to the research project.

As we work with precious patient samples that must be processed while fresh, scheduling flexibility is a requirement. This job involves face-to-face interactions with patients and their loved ones; we seek someone who is compassionate and comfortable interfacing with patients and medical staff.

Mentoring: Mentorship will come from working closely with senior lab members and 1:1 meetings with Dr. Knauert. These meetings will be used to discuss short and long-term goals, scientific development, and career development. Additional informal mentorship may come from collaborating with other researchers within the department of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. 

Education: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences or a related discipline prior to the beginning of the position. Prior clinical and research experience is not required, but highly preferred.

Candidates should be a team player, self-motivated, organized, responsible, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. Candidates must also have a flexible schedule (able to work weekends and evenings). Individuals, whose career plans include studying towards graduate degrees or medical degrees, are highly encouraged to apply. The position is for 1 year, and extendable for one additional year. 

Interested candidates should send their applications to taylor.intihar@yale.edu

The applications should include: (1) CV; (2) Cover letter; (3) One letter of recommendation that speaks directly to the candidate’s research and clinical experience and training potential Recommendation letters must be emailed to taylor.intihar@yale.edu directly from the recommender. Please include your full name on every page of the items listed above.

Application Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2024. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, so we strongly encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

Cho Lab Post-Graduate Posting

The Cho Lab is looking for a graduating senior with an interest in pursuing graduate research education in neuroscience, psychology, and/or medicine for a postgraduate position in the Yale Child Study Center and Department of Psychiatry under the guidance of Dr. Youngsun Cho. The Cho Lab <https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/cho/> leverages developmental and cognitive neuroscience to better understand how psychiatric illnesses develop. We seek to understand processes such as motivation and cognition in adolescent depression, schizophrenia and psychotic spectrum disorders, and typical populations. We use a number of methods, including neuroimaging (fMRI), behavioral paradigms, and eye-tracking. This is a salaried, academic position focused on training in human subjects research techniques. The lab is a part of the Division of Neurocognition, Neurocomputation, and Neurogenetics (N3) <https://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/research/divisions/n3/> at Yale.

Training:

The postgraduate associate will receive individual instruction in recruitment, screening, and data collection for human subjects research in psychiatry and pediatric psychiatry. The candidate will be trained in state-of-the-art fMRI scanning protocols. They will learn to acquire, organize and process behavioral, eye-tracking and neuroimaging data. They will receive training to perform independent neuropsychological testing, clinical data acquisition, and structured clinical interviews. All training will occur in the context of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Mentorship:

The postgraduate associate will work directly with Dr. Youngsun Cho and relevant lab members. They will also receive mentoring from other faculty, associate research scientists, post-docs and research assistants in the N3 Division. The trainee’s curriculum will include gaining independence in performing research subject study sessions to recruit participants, confirm eligibility for enrollment, and collect relevant data (see Training). The candidate will participate in weekly meetings with members of the lab and division to discuss ongoing participants, studies, and analytics.

Education:

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree. An ideal candidate would have an interest in gaining further education in psychiatry, pediatrics, programming, neuroscience, psychology, cognitive neuroscience or related mental-health research. Excellent attention to detail, communication skills and initiative are required for successful navigation of this position.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Additional Information

In accordance with university requirements for a safe return to in-person university operations, all faculty, staff, and postdoctoral and postgraduate associates will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by August 1. For additional information, please visit https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/workplace-guidance/workplace-guidance-faqs.

The Postgraduate Associate position is one year in duration with a salary of $36,960.  The position is open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Application Process

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, a copy of academic transcript, and at least two names of reference to Youngsun Cho at youngsun.cho@yale.edu AND Nicole Santamauro at nicole.santamauro@yale.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Title of the Position: Translational and Clinical Study Coordinator

Department and School: Stephen and Denise Adams Center for Parkinson’s Disease Research

Anticipated Appointment Dates: July 1, 2024 to June 31, 2026

Email/Website:

www.scherzerlaboratory.org

https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/parkinsons-disease-research-center-being-formed-at-yale/

https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2023/11/03/new-parkinsons-research-center-to-open-at-yale/

Introduction to Department: Interested in precision neurology and working with Parkinson’s patients? Join Clemens Scherzer, MD and his inter-disciplinary team of the Neurogenomics Lab and the new Adams Center at Yale School of Medicine. Our goal is to shift medicine for Parkinson from a reactive, one-size-fits-all approach to a predictive, proactive, tailored, precision neurology using large-scale genome, omics and biomarkers studies. To achieve this, we search for predictive genes and biomarkers that track disease-relevant process in biofluids are needed. We conduct the Yale Harvard Biomarkers Study, today with more than 3,000 participants one of the largest longitudinal biobanks for Parkinson’s in the world. See www.scherzerlaboratory.org for articles and press on our research.

Overview of the Position:

• Training: This Program has a long track-record of providing trainees with the unique clinical and translational research training that is sought after by Medical School and Graduate Schools; with many of our alumni progressing to careers as MDs, MD/PhD, and other care providers. Working with our interdisciplinary team at Yale, you will receive formal and hands-on training in all aspects of clinical study coordination and the basic molecular biology methods of biospecimens processing. You will learn to conduct clinical research visits of patients with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological diseases, including memory, movement, and psychiatric scales. You will process clinical biospecimens for multiple genetic, transcriptomics and lipidomics studies designed to identify genes predictive of disease progression and biomarkers useful for clinical trials working closely with the PI and project manager. The training will be conducted by clinical project managers and faculty.
• Mentoring: The postgrad will be mentored by the clinical project manager and the PI.
• Education: The postgrad will participate in and present at lab meetings. The postgrad will participate in departmental seminar series on cutting edge PD research and in clinical Neurology Grand Rounds. The postgrad will also receive formal human subjects research and phlebotomy training. Outstanding candidates will have the to learn and participate as co-author on manuscripts.

Location: Adams Center, Yale University, 100 College Street, New Haven, CT

Qualifications: We are looking for a hardworking, detail oriented, focused candidate. The ideal candidate will be interested to grow in a long-term career in research (a minimum commitment for two years is required). BS or BA is required. GPA of equal or higher than 3.4 is required. Excellent English and good interpersonal skills are required.

Process to apply: The complete applications should be emailed to clemens.scherzer@yale.edu. Applications must include 1) resume (biosketch) with GPA scores; 2) one letter of recommendation from a professional supervisor (e.g. honors thesis advisor or previous PI); and 3) contact information for three supervisors (name, institution, phone, email) who are willing to be contacted for reference. Optionally, 4) a half-page letter summarizing your application, motivation, and background.