Postgraduate Positions

Postgraduate position in Clinical / Translational Research (Genitourinary Medical Oncology Program / Braun lab)

The Braun Lab (Yale Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology / Yale Cancer Center / Yale School of Medicine) is seeking a highly motivated postgraduate appointee to help develop a cutting-edge biospecimen collection and repository system for human cancer research, with an initial focus on patients with kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma). The mission is to learn human tumor immunology to better understand the biology of human cancers and develop novel therapies. The successful candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment including faculty and staff from medical oncology, urology, and pathology, both from within Yale and from outside the institution.

The postgraduate appointee will have a role in development of human subjects research protocols, identification and consenting of potential subjects, coordination across multiple specialties for tissue acquisition, direct human tissue processing, storing and tracking of stored samples, and maintenance of an associated clinical database. The postgraduate appointee will also assist in development of protocols andagreements for collaborations with other institutions, and will help ensure regulatory compliance.

1. Training: Postgraduates will develop skillsets in clinical and translational research, including skills for interacting directly with oncology patients, for working in a multidisciplinary team environment, for developing human subjects research protocols, for processing human biospecimens, and for organizing and managing a biobanking effort.

2. Mentoring: The BraunLab is committed to mentoring postgraduates, and the Principal Investigator (PI) has an established track record of postgraduate mentees ultimately going to medical school or other professional schools. The postgraduate would meet at least weekly with the PI, with additional dedicated meetings for mentoring and career development.

3. Education: The postgraduate associate will have an education plan in line with the individual’s goal of pursuing professional school (medical and/or graduate school). This includes education regarding patient-oriented research (regulatory, patient interactions, clinical database management, clinical data analysis), translational research (laboratory processing and storage of human specimens), cancer biology and immunology (through laboratory meetings and seminar participation), and scientific communication (through presentation at lab and departmental meetings, and scientific writing with the goal of presenting work at scientific and/or medical conferences).

4. Qualifications: Applicants should be highly motivated, able to work well in a multidisciplinary team, and have strong organizational skills. A Bachelor’s degree is required at the time of starting the position. The ideal candidate will be collaborative in nature, an independent learning, able to problem solve, have outstanding oral and written communication skills, and excel at organization.

5. Process to apply: Interested applicants should send a CV and contact information for 3 references to david.braun@yale.edu. (applications will be assessed on a rolling basis)

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate Intervention Research with Fathers

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

Anticipated Appointment Dates: May/June 2025-May June/2026 with possible 1 year extension. 

Email/Website: Carla.stover@yale.edu/ Stover Lab: Fathers for Change (F4C) and Family Violence Related Studies < Child Study Center

Overview of Department/Lab

Dr. Stover’s lab is located withing the Yale Child Study Center (YCSC). YCSC is an international leader in developmental research and treatment of the range of parent and child psychosocial/behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders.  Dr. Stover’s lab is focused on studies of interventions for high risk families including those with violence and substance misuse.  We focus on understanding the causes and correlates of violence and substance misuse and mechanisms to intervene to stop family violence, improve co-parenting relationships and father-child relationships.  Fathers for Change was developed through a K23 award from NIDA and a subsequent R34.  Fathers for Change is a manualized individual and family therapy designed to provide fathers with skills to have healthier relationships with their co-parents and children. The intervention has been tested in residential and outpatient settings with positive outcomes. 

Overview of the Position:

Dr. Stover is currently looking for 1-2 a post graduate associates with an interest in parenting of fathers, intimate partner violence, substance misuse and intervention research who would be interested in working with her on randomized controlled trials of interventions for men with a history of domestic violence and substance misuse to improve outcomes for their children. 

Education: This position will provide education in all aspects of randomized clinical trials as conducted in the Stover Lab. In addition, the Yale Child Study Center provides fellows the opportunity to shadow weekly developmental disability clinic rounds, attend Child Study Center Grand Rounds, as well as other departmental Grand Rounds lectures in the School of Medicine in addition to their clinical and research responsibilities. The postgraduate associates will participate in NIH funded clinical trials receiving education in research design, methodology and statistical analyses. 

Training: The postgraduate will receive training using direct supervision, experiential learning/shadowing and self-directed learning about all aspects of clinical trials including recruitment of participants, data collection both via in person interviews (with mothers and fathers), father-child play observations and record reviews, and work with data (entry, coding, etc.).  The post grad will work with several undergraduate research interns on the project along with postdocs, faculty, and clinicians.

Mentoring: The selected applicant will be directly mentored by Dr. Stover and be involved in the clinical research team within the Stover Lab and the larger research community at the Yale Child Study Center. 

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in psychology or related field
• Experience with social science research
• Working knowledge of SPSS and RedCap preferred
• Highly motivated, organized, strong work ethic, fast learner
• GPA > 3.5

The Postgraduate Associate position is a one-year duration with a salary of $43,920 per year with the possibility of a 2^nd year.   The position will begin May/June 2025.  Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or masters degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Process to Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume or CV to carla.stover@yale.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Please have three references available upon request.

Title of the Position: Post Graduate Research Trainee, Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids

Department and School: Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids

Anticipated Appointment Dates: 2/1/2025

Email/Website:

Wendy.agudo@yale.edu (Program Manager)

https://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/research/programs/center-science-cannabis-cannabinoids/

Introduction of School/Department:

The Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (YC-SCAN²), established in 2023, was created to advance the understanding of cannabis and its derivatives, often referred to as cannabinoids. This innovative Center is a hub for groundbreaking research, dissemination of information, and education in the field of cannabis and cannabinoid science. Our mission is to conduct comprehensive research on the risks and potential therapeutic applications of cannabis and cannabinoids, and to inform public policy based on our findings.

At YC-SCAN², we focus on thorough scientific research and strive to find science-based answers to critical questions concerning the risks and potential medical benefits associated with cannabis and its derivatives. We are also dedicated to translating the knowledge we gain into helpful, practical applications that could enhance patient care and inform public policy.

The Center supports pilot projects from Yale-affiliated researchers, aiming to bridge the gap between basic and clinical research. These projects form the foundation for larger funding applications to NIH and other agencies. YC-SCAN² also encourages multidisciplinary studies into the effects of cannabis and cannabinoids, combining molecular neuroscience, genetics, electroencephalography, imaging, and psychopharmacology. We are deeply committed to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians to carry forward this important work in the emerging field of cannabis science.

Overview of the Position:

The Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (YC-SCAN²), is seeking applicants for a paid, 2-year position as a postgraduate associate. The position involves helping coordinate clinical trials and research studies exploring innovative therapies for cannabis related studies, including THC and DMT. Additionally, the position offers opportunities to work on brain imaging studies aimed at understanding the neural basis of cannabis and cannabinoids dependency. Successful applicants will gain valuable experience working with clinical populations, including administering psychiatric rating scales. Comprehensive training will be provided, covering all aspects of clinical research—from participant recruitment and clinical screening to data capture, analysis, and interpretation of study findings.

Training/Mentoring/Education

Education:

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree. The ideal candidates should be highly motivated, have a strong academic record, an interest in research, skills in databases and patient facing or customer service experience. This position will provide direct experience in a clinical research lab that will enhance a degree in the premed or psychiatry fields.

The Postgraduate Associate’s curriculum includes participation in weekly research meetings and other didactic experiences at the Yale Department of Psychiatry. The trainees will be educated on neuroscience, behavioral pharmacology methods, and biostatistics. The opportunity to audit graduate-level courses at the Yale School of Medicine is available.

The appointee will gain experience in assessing patients through cognitive instruments and psychiatric scales. The trainee will also directly observe imaging procedures with the Translational Brain Imaging Program and the PET center. The trainee will have the opportunity to shadow physicians with at Interventional Psychiatry to gain a deeper understanding of the tools we use to treat depression and addiction. The trainee will directly observe the management and treatment of patients. They will actively participate in weekly study meetings and the weekly YDRP Rounds – a forum where the lab discusses ongoing studies and hosts an educational series featuring presentations from internal and external speakers on the latest developments in the field. The trainee will be encouraged to attend educational activities, including departmental grand rounds, seminars, scientific conferences, and other didactic meetings. In addition, the Yale Medical Library offers an extensive range of educational offerings available to the postgraduate, including how to perform literature searches in PubMed, learning bioinformatics Redcap programming, data management tools, etc. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis and strong candidates will be invited to interview.

Training:

The candidate will receive training as a research associate and genetics, ageing, addiction medicine researcher through work on an NIH funded randomized clinical trial.

This position is focused on training in human subjects research within Psychiatry, with a specific focus on cannabis and cannabinoids. The postgraduate associate will receive hands-on experience in all aspects of clinical research in a psychiatric setting, including clinical screening, recruitment of study participants, capture and processing of study data, interpretation and dissemination of findings.  Postgraduate associates will be trained to build rapport with research clinical staff, to screen and identify potential study participants, to consent patients for clinical trial enrollment, collect bio samples, performing assessments, and collect outcomes data via telephone interviews.

Mentoring:

Successful candidate will receive mentorship and training in clinical research methodology, including training in good clinical practices and NIH/FDA guidelines. Under the experience of Dr. D’Souza, the candidate will gain experience in the design and conduct of clinical trials, including data collection and analysis, grant writing, abstract and manuscript preparation, and opportunities to present at conferences (if desired). They will actively participate in weekly study meetings and the quarterly YC-SCAN², Rounds – a forum where the lab discusses ongoing studies and hosts an educational series featuring presentations from internal and external speakers on the latest developments in the field.

Candidates will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with participants in the Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids and working collaboratively with the research team. Candidates are welcomed to attend department conferences and grand rounds. Our program has a strong record of preparing our associates for medical school and beyond.

Location: West Haven VA Medical Center, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516

Qualifications:

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor or master’s degree. An ideal candidate would have an interest in psychiatry and/or related mental-health research. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required for data entry, processing, and quality control assessment.

Process to Apply:

Interested applicants can send a cover letter, CV, and at least two references to Wendy Agudo at wendy.agudo@yale.edu  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Postgraduate Associate Position in the Ventola Lab at the Yale Child Study Center

The Ventola Lab at the Yale Child Study Center and Cogstate are looking to fill one postgraduate (post-baccalaureate) position associated with studies of brain mechanisms and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders.

Department Overview

The Yale Child Study Center is a leading institution in autism research. Within the YCSC, the Ventola Lab is involved in clinical research on evidence-based interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder. Cogstate is an independent science company that supports clinical trials. The Yale Child Study Center and Cogstate have developed a collaborative partnership to support clinical trials in pediatric and developmental disability populations.

Education

This position will provide education in all aspects of clinical research as conducted in the Ventola Lab. In addition, the Yale Child Study Center provides fellows the opportunity to shadow weekly developmental disability clinic rounds, attend Child Study Center Grand Rounds, as well as other departmental Grand Rounds lectures in the School of Medicine in addition to their clinical and research responsibilities. The fellows will be involved in industry-sponsored pharmaceutical trials at Cogstate and gain experience with clinical trial design and methodology, clinician training, management of cognitive and behavioral assessments, and statistical approaches.

Training

The fellowship combines elements of experiential learning with supervision, self-directed learning, and shadowing. The primary training experience will be training and experience in Pivotal Response Treatment, an evidence-based treatment for children with ASD. The postgraduate fellow, under the supervision of Dr. Ventola, will hold both clinical and research responsibilities. The fellows will be trained in Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT); an empirically-validated behavioral intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They will then be primary PRT clinicians for children with ASD, under the supervision and mentorship of a licensed psychologist. The fellows will also conduct standardized psychological assessments with children and complete a variety of parent interviews. Lastly, fellows will be involved in direct research within the laboratory using fMRI,

EEG, and eye-tracking measures.

Mentorship

The selected applicant will be directly mentored by Dr. Ventola and be involved in the larger clinical research community at the Yale Child Study Center.

Additional Information

Under Dr. Ventola’s mentorship, selected applicants will be expected to guide a predetermined project of research from the point of data collection through analysis and presentation of results. Successful candidates will have a high degree of initiative and independence with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. They must have the ability to work effectively with many types of people across different settings while juggling multiple tasks. Flexibility, endurance, and attention to detail are also essential qualities.

Timing and Salary

Expected start date for the position is June 2025. The Postgraduate Associate position is two years in duration with a salary of $43,920. Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Qualifications

BA or BS required. Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees. Psychology, Pre-Med, or Neuroscience background preferable. Candidates with previous experience with autism, children, and/or psychology/neuroscience research will be favorably reviewed.

Application Process

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, a copy of academic transcript, and one letter of reference to Pamela Ventola, Ph.D., at pamela.ventola@yale.edu by 2/15/2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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 Associate Position in Stem Cell Biology (van Wolfswinkel Lab)

The Van Wolfswinkel Lab has an opening for a full-time Postgraduate Associate. The work in the Van Wolfswinkel Lab focusses on the dynamics and regulation of pluripotent stem cells, using the freshwater flatworm Schmidtea mediterranea as a model. Flatworms have the ability to regenerate or repair any part of their body, and can even regrow their entire brain. We study the molecular processes involved in this amazing regenerative ability, using molecular imaging, confocal microscopy, (single cell) RNA sequencing, chromatin profiling, and computational analysis.
For more information on the lab, see our website: www.vanwolfswinkellab.org
Training
Besides managing the high-tech recirculation system for animal culture, you will develop an independent research project in the lab and will learn a wide array of molecular techniques, including cloning, RNA synthesis, imaging techniques, cell sorting, sequencing, and computational analysis. We offer you a dynamic and collaborative lab environment in which you will have the chance to grow and really make a difference.
You will participate in the weekly lab meetings and journal clubs and learn to clearly communicate your science. The Van Wolfswinkel Lab is part of the Department of Molecular Cellular and Developmental Biology, and is located in the new Yale Science Building, in close proximity to the other science departments. There are many opportunities for interacting with other labs, hearing seminars by renowned speakers, and auditing classes to broaden your perspective on biology.

Mentorship
You will be mentored by Prof. van Wolfswinkel in the form of weekly one-on-one meetings to discuss progress and identify any potential hurdles for your project and for your professional development. Daily mentoring and training in the animal culture and in lab techniques will be provided by the various lab members who are experts in these methods. The lab has a very collaborative atmosphere, and provides strong support to learn and grow.

Education
We are looking for a thoughtful and motivated recent college graduate, with affinity for invertebrate biology, and an interest in learning new molecular techniques. Candidates should hold a major in a biological discipline. Prior experience in a biological research environment is highly desirable. A strong sense of responsibility and a good eye for animal health are essential.

This position is a great fit for a student wanting to gain advanced training in preparation for graduate school.
The position is for 1 year, extendable to 2 years. Preferred start date is June 1 2023, but is negotiable.

To apply, send a CV, transcript, and a cover letter explaining your motivation to josien.van.wolfswinkel@yale.edu<mailto:josien.van.wolfswinkel@yale.edu>. Also please suggest a reference who can evaluate your lab experience.

Josien van Wolfswinkel
Associate Professor
Yale University
Department of Molecular Cellular & Developmental Biology
YSB 207
260 Whitney Avenue
New Haven CT 06511
Tel: (203) 432-3520
josien.van.wolfswinkel@yale.edu
www.vanwolfswinkellab.org

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate

Department and School: Yale Center for Molecular & Systems Metabolism and Department of Comparative Medicine, Yale School of Medicine.

Anticipated Appointment Dates: Start date is earliest possible.

PI: David A. Alagpulinsa, PhD

Email/Website: david.alagpulinsa@yale.edu

Introduction: The Alagpulinsa laboratory (The AlagsLab) in the Yale Center for Molecular and Systems Metabolism and the Department of Comparative Medicine at Yale University School of Medicine has a job opening for a Postgraduate (PG) Research Association position. The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic group of interdisciplinary scientists interested in applying statistical genetics, and functional genomics and model cellular and organismal systems to study hematopoiesis in complex traits and diseases, including type 1 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurobiological disorders. The ideal candidate would have a background in biology, genetics, computational biology or bioinformatics, and knowledge of the biomedical sciences in general. Eagerness and willingness to participate in and/or learn wet lab experimentation such as cell culture and biochemical/molecular biology assays and animal work in addition to data analysis would be an advantage. Candidates who are particularly interested and motivated in progressing in their careers to the next level, such as enrolling in PhD, MD or MD/PhD programs are particularly encouraged to apply.

Training/Requirements: This position involves training and responsibilities in the following:

• Integrative analyses of multiomics data such as scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, NGS, WGS/WES, GWAS, etc.
• Apply statistical genetics analysis frameworks such as LDSC, p-HESS, eQTL, QTL-GWAS, Mendelian randomization, statistical colocalization, etc.
• Mining databases such as biobanks to understand the genetic basis of complex traits and diseases.
• Participation in we lab experiments such as cell culture, sample collection, library preparation for sequencing, and mouse work.
• Reviewing literature and making presentations to the PI and the lab group as a group during lab meetings.
• Participate in manuscript writing.
• Assume an increasing trajectory of project responsibility in preparation for an   independent research career or enrollment in a graduate program (PhD, MD, or MD/PhD program) by routinely tracking and documenting procedures and results in electronic and hard-copy laboratory notebooks and databases, analysis, summarization, and presentation of experimental results to other team members, active participation in manuscript preparation and publication.

Mentoring: The candidate will be mentored by Dr. David Alagpulinsa, the Principal Investigator (PI) of the AlagsLab. They will be encouraged to attend center and department conferences, lectures, and present research on a regular basis. They will meet with one-on-one the PI on weekly basis for mentorship, guidance and for project development and progression.

Education: This position is ideal for someone interested in future enrollment in a graduate program, such as a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD program. The successful candidate will be assigned an independent project under the guidance of the PI so that they get training on process of scientific research that will prepare them for graduate level research. As indicated above, the person will assume an increasing trajectory of project responsibility in preparation for an   independent research career or enrollment in a graduate program (PhD, MD, or MD/PhD program) by routinely tracking and documenting procedures and results in electronic and hard-copy laboratory notebooks and databases, analysis, summarization, and presentation of experimental results to other team members, active participation in manuscript preparation and publication.

Qualifications: Eligible candidates should have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in genetics, biological/biochemical sciences, computational biology/bioinformatics, biostatistics or related fields, Knowledge of or background in molecular cell biology, biochemistry,  or genetics, and familiar with or proficient in statistical programing languages and frameworks such as R, Python, SQL, Bash Scripting, R Shiny, Linux, Tableau, etc.  

Process to Apply: Qualified candidates interested in applying, please email your CV to David Alagpulinsa (david.alagpulinsa@yale.edu). This is a 1-year position. Appointment in subsequent years is possible pending approval by the post-doctoral office and available funding.

Introduction of Department:

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences is renowned for its research excellence and is recognized as a worldwide leader in basic, translational and clinical research. Our mission is to integrate outstanding reproductive science research with cutting edge, high quality, compassionate patient-centered clinical care to advance women’s reproductive health. We also are committed to training the next generation of academic Ob/Gyn physician-scientists, reproductive sceinces researchers, and leaders. Our vision is to improve human health by advancing. The mission of the Division of Reproductive Sciences is to conduct outstanding basic and translational research on reproductive health and disease.

As part of our mission for excellence in women’s health, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for faculty, staff, trainees and patients. We seek to promote diversity and inclusive excellence in how we care for patients, teach the next generation of physicians and scientists, discover and disseminate scientific advancements, and proactively provide sponsorship and foster success for all members of the department as we step towards equity.

Overview of the Position:

This is a full time paid 12-month position to work in the laboratory of Dr. Vikki Abrahams, PhD in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences beginning summer 2025.

The laboratory focuses on understanding the role of innate immune Toll-like receptor and Nod-like receptor family members in placental and maternal-fetal immune responses, and their role in regulating pregnancy outcomes using basic lab-based approaches. Basic research projects utilize a variety of human in vitro models and techniques including tissue and cell culture, Western blot analysis, ELISA, RT-qPCR, and exosome isolation.

Education:

This training will provide direct experience in bench lab-based research that will enhance a degree in the premed or life sciences/biology fields.

Training:

The postgraduate will be directly supervised by the PI, Dr. Abrahams, 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 and present at weekly lab meetings.

Mentoring:

The postgraduate will have weekly and ad hoc meetings with Dr. Abrahams 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; 2) a cover letter including a short description of their research background, research interests and career goals; and 3) contact information for at least two references to Dr. Vikki Abrahams (vikki.abrahams@yale.edu).

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate

Department and School: The Broad Center at the Yale School of Management

Anticipated Appointment Dates: July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026

Email/Website: broadcenter@yale.edu; https://som.yale.edu/centers/the-broad-center  

Pre-Doctoral Research Assistant

Professor Jayanti Owens, Yale University

Introduction of School/Department:
The Broad Center at Yale SOM fosters the ideas, policies, and leadership to help all students in K-12 public schools – particularly those from underserved communities – to learn and thrive.

We work in three core ways to cultivate U.S. public school systems that drive excellence and equity: 

• Preparing and supporting transformational leaders from diverse backgrounds;  
• Developing essential research on effective public education systems and school system leadership, focusing on the dynamics of school systems as complex organizations; and 
• Informing education policy conversations to advance decisions that support great leaders and the students, families, and communities they serve. 

Our work is bolstered and enriched by the Broad network, a nationwide community of more than 900 dedicated and diverse leaders who are alumni of Broad programs. 

Overview of the Position:
Jayanti Owens and colleagues at The Broad Center at Yale SOM are seeking to recruit full-time postgraduate associates (research assistants), starting summer 2025. The research assistant will work and receive mentorship from faculty on topics in education research and policy. They will be engaged in a variety of stages of the research process, ranging from conceptual development, data collection and data analysis to writing.

Education: Pre-doctoral research assistants work for one to two years as full-time research assistants and engage in additional education and training activities, including participating in regular professional development, attending department research seminars, and the option of taking for credit or auditing one course per semester.

Postgraduate associates will receive mentorship from Yale SOM faculty on preparing for their educational goals, including applying to graduate and doctoral programs in the social sciences.

Training: This is a full-time postgraduate associate position at the predoctoral/post bachelor’s level that also includes the opportunity to receive continued education and on the job training to prepare individuals to apply to PhD programs in the social sciences.

They will be engaged in a variety of stages of the research process, ranging from conceptual development, data collection, and data analysis to writing. Research collaboration with faculty, graduate students, and policymakers at Yale and other institutions will be an important component of the job.

Mentoring: The postgraduate associate will work and receive mentorship from faculty on topics in the social sciences and education policy.  The faculty mentor will meet with the postgraduate associate on a weekly basis during the academic year. The faculty mentor will routinely discuss with the postgraduate associate their preparation for future education including applications to doctoral programs and their long-term career planning.  

Location: All positions are based on-campus, in New Haven, CT and most postgraduate associates work in common workspaces to foster camaraderie and peer learning. The postgraduate associate will have access to desk/workspace in one of the Yale School of Management buildings on Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT.

Our program is strengthened when a diversity of backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints are represented. We encourage women and members of other underrepresented groups in sociology, management, and public policy, to apply.

Start Date & Term: The position begins in July 2025, although other start dates may be negotiable. The position lasts for one year with an option to renew for a second year by mutual agreement by the faculty supervisor(s) and the fellow. Salary will be competitive with similar programs at other institutions, and the position includes standard benefits such as health insurance. The University will sponsor visas for accepted international candidates.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong quantitative background,
• Strong programming skills
• Strong writing skills
• The ability to work independently and solve problems
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Attention to detail
• A long-term interest in pursuing research in sociology, management, or public policy.

A background in education or the quantitative social sciences is a plus but not required; candidates with strong technical, writing, and communications skills who are interested in learning more are encouraged to apply.  Successful applicants typically have Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees with substantial coursework in sociology, psychology, public policy, political science, education, economics, statistics, math, and/or computer science. Familiarity with education research is a plus but not required; candidates with strong technical, writing, and communication skills who are interested in learning more are encouraged to apply. Past postgraduate associates have gone on to enroll in top PhD programs. The minimum qualification for a postgraduate position at Yale is a bachelor’s degree. Candidates for this role should have a maximum of 1-2 years of full-time work experience post-graduation.

Process to Apply:
To apply, please email broadcenter@yale.edu a PDF document titled with your “lastname_firstname” and containing the following material:

• Subject line: ‘Predoc Application – Jayanti Owens’
• A cover letter describing your interest, dates available, your familiarity with programing languages, your prior research experience, and the names, email addresses, and phone numbers for 2-3 references;
• A current CV (optional: include a link to a code repository);
• A transcript;
• A writing sample;
• A code sample (preferably Stata, R, or Python)

Application review will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis thereafter until the position is filled. Short-listed applicants will be asked to complete a data or technical exercise and may be invited to interview. 

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.

Post-Graduate Associate: Internal Medicine- Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology Yale School of Medicine

PI: Monique Hinchcliff, MD MS

Introduction:

• The Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology is looking for Post-Graduate Associate to work in Dr. Hinchcliff’s lab. Monique Hinchliff, MD, MS is a rheumatologist specializing in scleroderma, a rheumatologic disease that causes chronic hardening of skin and connective tissues. She is also the director of the Yale Medicine Scleroderma Program.

Training/Requirements:

• Participate fully as a member of the clinical and clinical research team as well as the translational research program in Yale Rheumatology by coordinating clinical (patient-focused) studies from conception to completion.
• Learn to prepare and submit institutional review board applications to ensure adequate protection of human participants in biomedical research
• Identify, assess eligibility, enroll participants in research studies.
• Collect accurate health data from research participants for a variety of studies. Conduct a study using these data if you desire.
• Coordinate collection and processing of various human specimens (e.g., blood, various tissues, buccal swabs, etc.). Conduct a study using these samples if you desire.
• Work directly with clinical database manager to log and track biospecimens from human participants in clinical studies in rheumatology.
• Prepare written progress reports and similar research study documents.
• Coordinate the conduct of multiple simultaneous research projects.
• Preparation for Dr. Hinchcliff clinic including research pre-charting to identify potential candidates for clinical trials
• Traveling to various YNHH campuses required including North Haven, CT for clinic.

Mentoring:

• The candidate will be mentored by Dr. Monique Hinchcliff. They will be encouraged to attend department conferences, lectures, grand rounds, and present research on a regular basis. They will meet with Dr. Hinchcliff on a biweekly basis for mentorship and project progression.

Education:

• This position is ideal for someone who is interested in gaining experience in clinical research prior to applying for medical or graduate school.

Qualifications:

• Eligible candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in the biological sciences or a related field. Candidates should be self-motivated with a can-do attitude who enjoy talking to patients. 
• Eligible candidates will have the ability to work independently under limited supervision. 
•  Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Proven ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality and manage a broad variety of duties and shifting priorities in a changing environment and to be organized and meticulous with details. Ability to problem solve, organize and adapt to changing priorities. 
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team and independently while self-motivating.  

Process to Apply:

• To speak to the principal investigator, Monique Hinchcliff, MD MS, please email your resume and cover letter to: s.perez@yale.edu
• This is a 1-year position. A second-year position may be possible pending approval by the post-doctoral office and available funding.

Title of the Position:  Postgraduate Associate

Department and School:  Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences, Yale School of Medicine

Anticipated Appointment Dates:  Anticipated start Spring 2025 (1 year appointment)

Email:  Dr. Liubin Yang (liubin.yang@yale.edu)

Introduction:  The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences is renowned for its research excellence and recognized as a worldwide leader in basic, translational and clinical research on reproductive health and disease.

Overview of the Position:  A 1-2 year postgraduate research associate position in translational research is available in Dr. Yang’s group as part of Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences in Dr. Yong-hui Jiang’s lab located in the Department of Genetics. The primary focus of this group is translational science in women’s ovarian health with emphasis on genetic techniques. Ongoing projects include understanding the mechanisms of ovarian aging, discovering new genes that underlie primary ovarian insufficiency/diminished ovarian reserve, and gene therapy for primary ovarian insufficiency. These studies range from clinical research to molecular studies in mouse models of disease.

Education:  This position will provide direct experience in a healthcare clinical/bench lab that will enhance a degree in the premed or life sciences/biology fields.

Training: The postgraduate research associate will have the opportunity to gain experience with in clinical and basic research skills (e.g. ranging from human subject consent, medical record abstraction, and processing human specimens), as well as cell biology techniques (e.g. DNA/RNA and protein extraction and quantification, cell culture techniques and mouse models of disease). In addition, Human Subjects and HIPAA training will be provided. Thus, this position is ideal for recent graduates interested in learning how to design, conduct, and interpret basic and clinical scientific experiments, as well as individuals looking to gain clinical/translational/and basic research experience prior to graduate studies in the health professions.

Mentoring: The postgraduate research associate will receive direct, daily mentoring and training from Dr. Liubin Yang and weekly lab meetings, journal club with Dr. Jiang’s lab, as well as research seminars in the Division of Reproductive Sciences. Mentorship will be provided for clinical research (research design, data management, and patient interactions) and translational research (nucleic acid design and extraction, cell culture techniques, mouse models of disease). Additional mentorship will be provided in a manner tailored to the individual’s long-term career goals (scientific writing, presentation, public speaking). Intellectual and technical contributions by the postgraduate research associate will provide opportunities for this individual to present data at national research meetings and/or gain experience drafting manuscripts for peer-review.

Education/Qualifications: A master’s or bachelor’s degree in premed or life sciences/biology is required. Prior experience working in a clinic or research lab is preferred, although training will be provided for all proposed research activities. To excel in this role, the applicant should be dedicated and reliable with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently, as well as in a team.

Process to Apply:  To apply, please email a brief cover letter describing motivations, research interests and experience, and formal qualifications in the body of the email and resume/CV to Dr. Liubin Yang at liubin.yang@yale.edu. Application review will begin immediate and will occur on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Yale Postgraduate Associate Appointment in Pain and Addiction Neuropsychopharmacology

Introduction of School/Department

The Pain and Addiction Interaction Neuroscience (PAIN) Lab, housed within the Yale Department of Psychiatry, will select one highly qualified college graduate for a Postgraduate Associate position. The Yale Department of Psychiatry is a leading institution for clinical diagnostic services and multidisciplinary research on neuropsychiatric and substance use disorders, involving behavioral neuroscience, physiology, neuroimaging, molecular genetics, and treatment. Through extensive collaborations, the PAIN Lab brings together expertise in behavioral pharmacology, multimodal assessment of pain, and clinical trial techniques towards developing novel therapeutics for pain and addiction. Our studies involve the administration of non-opioid substances, such as phytocannabinoids, ketamine, and psychedelics to healthy humans and clinical populations with substance use disorders and chronic pain.

The program is led by Joao P. De Aquino, M.D. For more information and a list of recent publications, visit:

https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/pain/

https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn1/

Overview of the Position

Education

The Postgraduate Associate’s curriculum includes participation in weekly research meetings and other didactic experiences at the Yale Department of Psychiatry. The trainees will be educated on psychophysics, behavioral pharmacology methods, and biostatistics. The opportunity to audit graduate-level courses at the Yale School of Medicine is available.

Mentoring

The Postgraduate Associate will be directly mentored by Dr. De Aquino and will be involved in a highly active and productive community of clinical research scientists. With research mentorship, the selected applicant will help conduct a research project from the point of experiment design through analysis and publication of results. 

Training

The Postgraduate Associate will have the opportunity to assist in a variety of scientific activities in the lab including recruitment of participants; assisting in ongoing data collection; working on data already collected within the lab; and providing general assistance relevant to the functioning of the lab. Additional opportunities include assisting in the preparation of manuscripts and conference presentations.

Location

The PAIN Lab spans studies conducted at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven, CT and at the Clinical Neuroscience Research Unit (CNRU), in downtown New Haven, CT.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts or Science and an interest in clinical and translational research is required. A background in Psychology, Pre-Med, or Neuroscience with research experience are a plus. is required.

The ideal candidate should be self-driven, creative, ethical, and collaborative, and able to integrate feedback.

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 or two years in duration with a salary of $43,920 plus benefits.  The position is open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Process to Apply

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, a copy of academic transcript, and at least two letters of reference to Joao De Aquino at joao.deaquino@yale.edu and Julia Meyerovich at julia.meyerovich@yale.edu.

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

Postgraduate Associate in Cancer Biology (Samir Zaidi’s Lab)

Yale School of Medicine and Cancer Center

Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (CMCO)

Start Date: 3/1/2025–

Email: samir.zaidi@yale.edu

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join the laboratory of Dr. Samir Zaidi opening 3/1/2025.  Our laboratory is based within the Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (CMCO) in the Yale School of Medicine and Yale Cancer Center.  We focus on principles of cancer plasticity, metastases and the tumor microenvironment, and how these processes mediate treatment resistance.  We have recently discovered key pathways that are associated with cellular plasticity and regulate therapeutic response (Science 2022, [PMID 35981096] and PNAS 2024 [PMID: 38968122]).  Our laboratory builds upon these studies to uncover how tumor cells interact and communicate with their microenvironment, the determinants of metastatic niches, and the mediators of critical cell–cell interactions.  Our science will be rooted in basic biology and have a strong translational perspective towards developing novel therapeutics for cancer patients.

Principal Investigator Background/Research: Dr. Zaidi (MD/PhD) is a physician–scientist who has been committed to understanding the mechanisms underpinning oncologic and developmental disorders (publications).  Dr. Zaidi first worked in the laboratory of Dr. Rudolf Jaenisch at MIT, where he studied stem cell reprogramming, and thereafter, in the laboratory of Dr. Richard Lifton at Yale during his MD/PhD, where he focused on the genetics of complex human diseases and cancer (Nature 2013 [PMID 2366595], Science 2015 [PMID 26785492], Nature Genetics 2017 [PMID 28991257]).  Dr. Zaidi then completed his internal medicine residency in the Stanbury Physician–Scientist Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard Medical School), his medical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), and post–doctoral training in the laboratory of Charles Sawyers.  Dr. Zaidi joined the MSKCC faculty as an Assistant Attending and the Louis V. Gerstner Jr. Scholar and will be joining Yale in March of 2025 as the Stephen Sherwin MD Investigator and Assistant Professor.  Dr. Zaidi has been the recipient of awards from the Department of Defense (DoD), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), NIH NCI K08, and Burroughs Wellcome Fund.

Philosophy and Mission: We are strongly committed in creating a dynamic, open and inclusive scientific team.  We focus on rigorous science conducted within an environment of collegiality, support, and respect.  Our group will focus on developing robust experimental systems that serve as pertuable systems that may drive critical bench–to–beside translation.  Overall, we strive for building ideas and concepts that can be freely shared within our group to create an ecosystem of scientific excellence.

Education: The postgraduate will benefit from a highly collaborative and engaged scientific environment and will learn about a wide array of cancer biology principles both technically and conceptually. They will participate in weekly lab meeting and journal clubs with presentations.  They will have the opportunity to attend Department seminars, research in progress talk and group meetings.  The postgraduate will learn principles of experimentation, problem solving, data analyses, interpretation, and figure generation.  Both intellectual and technical contributions from the postgraduate will provide opportunities to present at research meetings and obtain authorship of highly impactful peer reviewed publications.

Training: The postgraduate associate will be directly trained and supervised by Dr. Zaidi with respect to scientific knowledge, project development and laboratory techniques.  This training will be further supported by the staff, colleagues, and peers within his lab and the CMCO.  These include organoid culture, co–culture assays, rapid genomic editing tools, multi–allelic mouse models, mouse live imaging, establishment of new transplant models, drug treatments, collection of tissues and fluids, pathology, immunoprobing, high dimensional flow cytometry, spatial and single cell transcription and accessibility profiles, along with an array of molecular biology tools (DNA, RNA and protein analyses, cloning and lentiviral production).  The postgraduate will also be involved in mouse colony maintenance, general upkeep of the laboratory equipment, stocks, and ordering and maintaining inventory.

Mentorship: Given that mentoring is one of the most complex and developmentally important aspects of scientific life, Dr. Zaidi is committed to providing the best mentorship to all his incoming trainees, students, mid–career, and senior scientists.  Dr. Zaidi and each postgraduate will have weekly meetings to discuss scientific results, experiments, and career goals.  The team will work together to create a plan that would allow the postgraduate to have learn critical science principles, experimentation tools, and scientific interpretation, in order to bridge to a competitive career in science, medicine, or industry.  Of note, Dr. Zaidi has been a fortunate recipient of some of the best mentorship, and has a strong track record of mentoring postgraduates, PhD, MD/PhD, and MD students.  Additional mentoring avenues can be set up through Dr. Zaidi’s collaborations and connections with other labs, clinical colleagues, and peers/faculty members at Yale School of Medicine and Yale Cancer Center.

Environment: Dr. Zaidi’s team will be composed of 4–6 members and will grow as new research discoveries and advances are made.  The lab is located in Downtown New Haven at 300 George Street, 6^th floor, which is where the CMCO resides and integrally embedded within the Yale School of Medicine.  Dr. Zaidi’s group shares the floor with other laboratory ranging from early, mid–career and well–established investigators.  The CMCO often hosts seminars, scientific meetings, work in progresses, and provides a rich and vibrant community and environment for scientists.  Of note, the new mouse facility and flow core facility are located on the 2^nd floor of the building.  There will opportunities to participate in multi–lab meetings, journal clubs, departmental research-in-progress seminars, and scientific retreats.  Additionally, trainees will be integrated into the thriving research, education, and health–care communities as well as training and well–being programs across Yale University.  New Haven is a lively and culture-oriented city with buzzing restaurants and arts, and is located on the East Coast, which is a short train ride to New York City and Boston.

Qualifications: The candidate should have recently graduated with a BA or BS, want to strengthen their research experience, and importantly can commit at least for 2 years (renewable annual appointment).  The most important qualifications are being well organized, motivated, curious, honest and have strong communication skills.  Candidates will often need to multitask and perform well independently and within a team science environment.  Responsibilities include designing, assisting with, conducting, and interpreting experiments, keeping detailed experiments notes, and sharing in organized tasks.

How to apply: Candidates should send a CV, cover letter that details their experience, motivation, and goals, and contact information for 2–3 references to samir.zaidi@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 3/1/2025–onwards.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting December 1^st, 2024.

Postgraduate Research Associate – Empowering people with diabetes with patient-generated health data for safe, effective, and sustainable lifestyle change

Garrett Ash, PhD, NSCA-CSCS is seeking a Postgraduate Research Associate for a full-time, paid training position in his research lab at the Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Ash is an assistant professor of medicine (general internal medicine), biomedical informatics, and data science. He works at the interface of behavioral science, exercise physiology, big data analytics, and product development to develop digital tools that help people with diabetes make the most of their patient-generated health data (PGHD) to support their exercise. PGHD are data that are collected and generated by patients outside of clinic visits (e.g., fitness watch, continuous glucose monitor, mobile diet app), rather than by healthcare providers. Using PGHD to improve behavioral outcomes is an emerging field, especially when integrating multiple data streams. Some leading examples are Oura Ring’s Connect the Dots and Google’s Experimental Health Chatbot. These various wearable applications illustrate the potential of PGHD to inform rigorous behavioral interventions and health system platforms.   

Training:

As a Postgraduate Associate, the candidate will perform human subjects research related to two ongoing projects: 1) a biometric exercise coaching app for adults with type 1 diabetes and 2) empowering Veterans with chronic diseases (especially type 2 diabetes) with PGHD in the Whole Health program. The projects employ a broad range of techniques including real-time smartphone instruments (i.e., ecological momentary assessment), diabetes technology (continuous glucose monitoring, automated insulin delivery), fitness tracking by research- and consumer-grade accelerometry and photoplethysmography, digital exercise coaching, dietary assessment, electronic health record review, digital and social networking recruitment strategies, clinical trial management software, institutional review board and other compliance management, data visualization, cognitive interviewing, and human-centered design. Training in the related software packages (REDCap, SPSS, Atlas.ti, Labfront, others incorporated as we progress) will be included. The candidate will run study visits for human research participants, assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of intervention and assessment protocols, assist with quantitative and qualitative data management, analysis, interpretation, and generation of figure-quality data for publication and/or presentations; attend conferences where they can network and/or present research data; attend weekly general medicine and biomedical informatics and data science seminars as well as weekly lab meetings; assist with writing scientific papers, case reports, and reviews, if of interest.

Mentoring:

The Postgraduate Associate will work closely with Dr. Ash and regularly receive feedback. The candidate will also interact with members of the investigative team including Drs. Lisa Fucito, Stuart Weinzimer, Laura Nally, and Selene Mak. The candidate will have opportunities to present their data at intramural and/or national/international conferences, should this be of interest. The overall goal is to gain experience in designing and performing scientific work that can be used as a foundation for a future career in science and/or medicine. 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. The ultimate goal is to create an experience that is rewarding and engaging for the successful applicant and to foster scientific, professional, and/or educational advancement.

Education:

The ideal candidate has majored in science (biological, chemical, clinical, health, public health, informatics) but has not yet received a doctoral degree and is seeking advanced scientific training for a duration of 1-2 years. Prior clinical, qualitative, analytics, and/or laboratory-based research experience is a plus but not required.

Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills. We strive to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and we place an emphasis on career development, scientific communication and collaboration.

PGHD are becoming increasingly pervasive in the US population, healthcare systems, and other institutions due to not only the increasing popularity of digital devices but also the knowledge that patients’ daily decisions often have greater health implications than medical encounters. As such, graduates of this program will bring an essential perspective to their careers. Conveyance of this skillset and experience will be an asset to applications for graduate programs.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should email their CV and a cover email briefly describing their career goals and their research/scientific background to garrett.ash@yale.edu with the subject line “Postgrad Position in the Ash Lab.” If selected for an interview, please be prepared to provide at least 2 letters of reference.

Start Date:

July or August, 2025

Minimum Duration:

1 year

Renewal Option:

Renewable for second year pending 4-month performance review and availability of laboratory funds.

Salary ~$44,000 with Yale benefits

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate

Department and School: Infectious Diseases – Yale School of Medicine

Anticipated Appointment Dates: 01/2025-01/2027 (dates flexible)

Email/Website: shelli.farhadian@yale.edu

Introduction of School/Department:

The Section of Infectious Diseases at Yale is a dynamic group of physicians and physician-scientists working in clinical, translational, and epidemiological studies aimed at improving health for people with infectious diseases.

Overview of the Position:

The Farhadian Research Group at Yale School of Medicine seeks a post-graduate research assistant to contribute to our studies aimed at understanding how infectious diseases, like HIV and COVID-19, affect the brain and mind. Our lab combines translational “wet lab” studies with clinical (patient-facing) research.

There are several opportunities to contribute to our studies, and depending on the candidate’s skills, background, and interest, these will include face-to-face enrollment of research study participants, bench experiments, and data analysis.

The post-grad is welcome and encouraged to attend department conferences and lectures and to participate in clinical research study visits. This is a great position for those interested in pursuing a career in medicine and/or medical research! Anticipated start date will be January 2025 (but flexible)

• Education: Through mentored research and one-on-one discussion with the PI and our clinical-translational research group, the post-bacc will gain a strong foundation in infectious diseases, including HIV. This position is ideal for someone who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in translational research prior to applying for medical school or MD-PhD programs.

• Training: the post graduate research assistant will receive training in translational and clinical research skills, including:

  • laboratory handling of spinal fluid and other tissue samples

  • preparing sequencing libraries from patient derived tissue

  • Design and maintenance of online Redcap database for research data

  • identifying and enrolling eligible study participants in the hospital and the community

  • basic statistical analyses

  • if desired, candidate will learn additional techniques in immunology and/ or molecular biology

• Mentoring: The candidate will be mentored by Dr. Farhadian. Dr. Farhadian emphasizes strong mentorship and working with each member of the lab to achieve their career goals. She will meet with the post-grad once per week, to focus on personal and professional growth, and will guide the candidate as he/she transitions toward a career in medicine or science. Additional mentorship will come from exposure and collaboration with other physician-scientist members of the Neuro-infectious disease research group, with whom we hold inter-lab meetings.

• Location: Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT

• This position can be renewed for a second year

Qualifications:

• Required Qualifications:

  • BA/BS degree

  • conceptual understanding of basic human physiology and immunology

  • strong computer skills including Microsoft excel

• Preferred qualifications (not required):

  • knowledge of R, SASS, or other statistical analysis tool

  • experience with Redcap or other database management system

  • knowledge of basic statistics

  • experience with molecular biology or immunology lab techniques

Process to Apply:

• No deadline to apply- position will be filled on rolling basis

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

Title of the Position: Postbaccalaureate Research Assistant

Department and School: Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Anticipated Appointment Dates: Between January and March 2025.

Email/Website: cristina.rodriguez.cr876@yale.edu / rodriguezlab.yale.edu

Introduction of School/Department:

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Yale has two related goals: first, the use of the tools and methods of engineering to better understand human physiology and disease; second, the development of new technologies for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human disease.

The interdisciplinary and highly collaborative environment of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Yale, as well as the strong and rapidly growing biomedical imaging community, will provide an exceptional environment for the postgraduate trainee. Moreover, since research in the Rodríguez Lab lies at the interface between cutting-edge optical microscopy and neurobiology, the holder of this position will benefit immensely from the strong neuroscience community at Yale – including the recently established Wu Tsai Institute.

The Rodríguez Lab focuses on developing optical microscopy tools for visualizing critical biological processes deep within their native context, with a particular focus on applications in neuroscience. To do this, we use a multidisciplinary approach involving physics, nonlinear optics, and microscopy development. In particular, and relevant to this position, we are interested in demonstrating the power of our imaging techniques for deep-tissue imaging of the mouse spinal cord.

Overview of the Position:

Education: This will be an immersive training experience, where trainees will undertake projects to experience research at the level of graduate school students, with the direct oversight and mentorship of a graduate student and postdoc. This position offers a unique opportunity to perform research at the intersection of engineering and neuroscience.

Training:  The Rodríguez Lab is committed to training, teaching, mentoring, and enabling the next generation of diverse scientists and scholars. The successful candidate will learn techniques to address unanswered questions in neuroscience using the mouse spinal cord as a model system. Specific techniques include maintaining mouse colony, genotyping, immunohistochemistry, mouse surgeries, imaging, and data analysis.

Mentoring: The postgrad will be mentored by lab PI Dr. Cristina Rodríguez in conjunction with an assigned graduate student in the lab. The postgrad will meet every week with the PI Dr. Cristina Rodríguez, will present their work during weekly lab meetings, and have the opportunity to attend conferences and seminars.

Location: The Rodríguez Lab is located in the Malone Engineering Center (55 Prospect St Room 101, New Haven, CT, 06511).

Applicants are expected to dedicate 2 years to this position.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree required; previous research experience preferred. Other qualifications:

• Creative problem-solving skills
• Organized
• Self-motivated and with the ability to work independently, while also being a team player
• Strong communication skills

Process to Apply:

Please contact PI Dr. Cristina Rodríguez at cristina.rodriguez.cr876@yale.edu. Include “Postgraduate Associate” in the subject of the email. Include your CV and a cover letter stating your motivation for pursuing the opportunity, your research interests and experience, and your formal qualifications. The CV should include the contact information of 2-3 references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Department and School: Department of Urology, Yale School of Medicine

Starting date: Jan 2025-July 2025, start date is flexible

Email: William.Kim@yale.edu

Websites: https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/william-kim

Introduction of School/Department

Department of Urology at Yale School of Medicine delivers state-of-the-art, compassionate care to patients - including patients with prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers - while maintaining an unwavering commitment to research and education.

The Kim lab employs systematic approaches to study cancer, with the goal of discovering the most effective strategies for prevention and treatment. We apply integrated machine-learning methods combined with genome engineering technology to better understand cancer, and to identify novel therapies to improve treatment in patients.

Overview of the Position:

We are seeking a highly qualified and passionate postgraduate trainee to embark on state-of-the-art translational cancer research projects associated with the generation of cancer models, genomic analysis, and the search for novel therapeutics. This work takes place amid a highly collaborative team of researchers and clinicians at the interface of basic science and cancer medicine, with the common goal of bringing precision cancer medicine closer to patients and families.

Education: This position will offer an incredible opportunity to learn about cancer genomics, genome engineering, and cancer biology. Candidates will also have the opportunity to learn about the most advanced clinical care of cancer patients. The candidate will gain extensive knowledge of key molecular pathways that are attractive cancer therapy targets. The candidate will also have access to resources available to Yale School of Medicine, Yale Cancer Center, and the greater Yale University environment, which offers various educational opportunities, including periodic seminars, symposiums, and mini classes.

Training: The candidate will be trained in basic and advanced laboratory techniques and learn to manipulate the cancer genome and perform various molecular evaluations. The candidate may also learn to handle and process patient-derived material, as well as train in data analysis across large tumor datasets to learn cancer at systems level. The major objective of the program is to learn to grasp a broader research and clinical concepts that translate into improved cancer diagnosis, treatment strategies.

Mentoring: Mentoring is an important component of the training program. The candidate is expected to meet directly with the PI at regular intervals for discussions related to science and other relevant topics (i.e., career trajectories, research interests etc.). There will also be weekly lab meetings where the candidate is expected to contribute to the discuss progress of the project. 

Qualifications: A candidate is expected to have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant fields and a minimum of one year of experience working in a research laboratory. Highly motivated candidates who are passionate about making a translational impact are strongly encouraged to apply.

Process to Apply: Interested candidates should send CV or resume and contact information for 2-3 references to Dr. William Kim (email: William.Kim@yale.edu).

Additional Information: Postgraduate appointments are one-year appointments. Reappointment for a second year is recommended by the department and approved by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.

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