Postgraduate Positions

Yale Fellowship in Center for the Translational Neuroscience of Alcohol (CTNA)

The Center for the Translational Neuroscience of Alcohol (CTNA) group at the Yale School of Medicine will select one highly qualified college graduate for a research fellowship to work on a CTNA project led by Dr. Suchitra Krishnan-Sarin. CTNA is a multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional NIH-funded center grant which focuses on understanding and treating alcohol use disorders. The project led by Dr. Krishnan-Sarin is examining the effects of a glutamatergic agent on drinking and other behavioral measures related to alcohol consumption among those who drink heavily. 

Mentorship

The candidate will be mentored by Dr. Krishnan-Sarin, a Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine. She is also a Chair of the Human Investigations Committee (IRB) at Yale. She develops and tests novel pharmacological interventions for alcohol use disorders in adults and examines neurochemical predictors of alcohol use and treatment response.

Training

The candidate will receive training in human subjects research (completed upon hiring and will result in certification to participate in human subjects research) as well as courses throughout the Yale School of Medicine/Yale School of Public Health focused on engaging community members in health research. In addition, the candidate may have opportunities to be part of scientific publications through assistance in the literature review, writing, and data analysis. Candidates will receive training on the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID) to assess study participants for psychological conditions and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and the Timeline Follow back (TLFB) which is a tool used to obtain quantitative estimates of alcohol use. Additionally, candidates will be trained on experimental human lab sessions with adults who drink heavily and have alcohol use disorders. The candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in training offered through the Yale TCORS, a center focused on developing science to support regulations on tobacco products.

Education/Experience

BA or BS required. Psychology, Pre-Med, or Neuroscience background is preferred with some research experience.  

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 trainees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. 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 $38,400  Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send a CV, cover letter stating their research interests and career goals, and the names and contact information of three references to: Nicholas Franco, nicholas.franco@yale.edu

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

Jeff Gehlhausen, MD, PhD, is seeking a Postgraduate Associate for a position in his research group that is situated in laboratory of Dr. Akiko Iwasaki, PhD in the Department of Immunobiology. Dr. Gehlhausen is a clinical instructor in the Department of Dermatology at Yale studying autoimmune connective tissue diseases. The ideal candidate for this position has majored in the Biological or Chemical Sciences but has not yet received a doctoral degree and is seeking advanced scientific training for a duration of > 1 year. As a Postgraduate Associate in his group, the candidate will perform basic science and/or translational research related to two ongoing projects: 1) in vitro and in vivo studies of cutaneous lupus using genetic mouse models 2) tissue based studies of human cutaneous lupus. The projects employ a broad range of techniques in the lab including disease modeling, molecular biology, single-cell RNA sequencing and other new tissue-based approaches. Translational projects will also include analysis of tissues from dermatology patients. 

Prior laboratory-based and/or clinical research experience is a plus but not required. The candidate will also have opportunities to present his/her data at intramural and/or national/international conferences, should this be of interest. The overall goal is to gain experience in designing and performing both basic and translational scientific work that can be used to develop the candidate’s basis 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 his/her long-term career goals. The ultimate goal is to create an experience that is rewarding and engaging for the successful applicant and foster their scientific, professional, and/or educational advancement.

Training: As a Postgraduate Associate, the candidate will perform basic science and/or translational research related to two ongoing projects: 1) characterizing immune cells from skin and blood in human cutaneous lupus patients as well as in mouse models of lupus and 2) developing and testing pathogenesis-targeted therapies for cutaneous and systemic lupus. The projects employ a broad range of techniques in the lab including disease modeling, molecular and cellular biology, single-cell RNA sequencing, and other new tissue-based approaches. Specifically, during the first year, the candidate will be trained to: perform immunohistochemical stains and in situ hybridization of tissue followed by visualization using microscopy techniques including confocal and brightfield microscopy; molecular biology techniques including quantitative PCR; assist with mouse colony management; preparation of mouse and human tissues for analysis by bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing and fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS); use of software/statistical tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Fiji, etc. with an opportunity to develop advanced programming/data analysis skills if desired; assist with data analysis, interpretation, and generation of figure quality data for publication and/or presentations; attend conferences where he/she can network and/or present research data; attend weekly dermatology and/or pathology research in progress conferences interest as well as weekly lab meetings; assist with writing scientific papers, case reports, and reviews, if of interest.

Mentoring: The Postgraduate Associate will meet with Dr. Gehlhausen at least twice weekly and will attend all weekly Iwasaki lab meetings; every few months she will have formal meetings with Dr. Iwasaki and Dr. Gehlhausen. The candidate will have opportunities to present his/her data at intramural and/or national/international conferences, should this be of interest. The overall goal is to gain experience in designing and performing both basic and translational 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 her/his 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 the Biological or Chemical Sciences but has not yet received a doctoral degree and is seeking advanced scientific training for a duration of > 1 year. Prior laboratory-based and/or clinical research experience is a plus but not required. Individuals whose career plans include studying towards graduate degrees or medical degrees are highly encouraged to apply.

Specific Post-graduate duties:

The candidate will be expected to perform some or all of the following duties:

1. Assist with mouse colony management, husbandry and genotyping
2. Immunohistochemical stains of tissue followed by visualization using various microscopy techniques including multiphoton microscopy and basic immunofluorescence/brightfield microscopy
3. Basic molecular biology techniques such as quantitative PCR and Western blots
4. Preparation of mouse and human tissues for and single-cell RNA sequencing
5. Basic tissue culture
6. Use basic software/statistical tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Fiji, etc. Opportunity to develop advanced programming/data analysis skills
7. Assist with data analysis, interpretation, and generation of figure quality data for publication and/or presentations
8. Attend conferences where he/she can network and/or present research data
9. Attend weekly dermatology and/or pathology research in progress conferences interest
10. Assist with shipment of samples
11. Assist with writing scientific papers and reviews, if of interest

Interested candidates should email a cover letter that briefly describes their personal and career goals as well as their research/scientific background, their CV, and at least 2 letters of reference to jeffrey.gehlhausen@yale.edu

Postgraduate Research Assistant in Neuro Infectious Diseases (Farhadian Lab)

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, administration of cognitive tests, bench experiments, and data analysis.

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
• 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

 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 Summer 2024 (flexible).

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 weekly inter-lab meetings.

Education/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

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”

The Rangaraju Lab at Yale University, Department of Neurology is recruiting two full-time Postgraduate Associates, to join our research team and participate in NIH-funded research projects focused on neuroinflammation, glial biology, and mechanisms of neurodegeneration. We apply in vitro (cell lines, primary cell culture, IPSc) and in vivo (mouse) model systems to understand how different brain cell types (neurons, astrocytes, microglia, vascular cells) respond to pathological stimuli and then contribute to development of neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s disease and stroke. We have a specific interest in using mass-spectrometry-based proteomics to characterize cellular responses in the native state of the cell in the brain.

We seek candidates who are highly motivated, self-driven, organized, detail-oriented and collaborative, and are willing to multi-task. The candidate will interact with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists in the lab, as well as with collaborators from other institutions.
The primary role of the Postgraduate Associate will be to work closely with senior scientists in the lab on a specific project. The lab tasks will include a combination of methods including animal colony management, genotyping, tissue harvest, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, data analysis of omics datasets, lab presentations and active participation in meetings. Depending on the individual, a more focused research project can also be defined with clear goals/objectives to be accomplished in a set time frame. In addition to learning laboratory skills in bench science, cell culture and animal models, managerial tasks will also be assigned. These include ordering supplies, weekly laboratory checks/maintenance, management of lab records and monthly reports.

Training: The candidate will receive hands-on training in lab management, animal colony management, genotyping, tissue harvest, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, record keeping, data analysis and presentation at lab meetings. The candidate will have the opportunity to work with proteomics and transcriptomics datasets and acquire data analytics skills by working alongside a bioinformatics scientist in the laboratory. The candidate will have opportunities to participate in manuscript preparation, attendance of scientific conferences (local and national), and access to resources for career development towards a future PhD/MD or MD-PhD. . Accordingly, one-on-one mentoring for research skills and career development will be tailored to the candidate.

Mentoring: The team science environment will provide strong mentoring. Dr. Rangaraju will be the primary mentor and will meet regularly with the postgraduate associate, individually as well as in small group meetings and weekly laboratory meetings. All members of the team will contribute to providing a supportive learning environment. The Postgraduate associate will participate in joint group meetings and attend research in progress talks and seminars.

Education: This position offers an opportunity to gain skills and knowledge that will be highly beneficial for individuals whose career plans include studying towards graduate or medical degrees. Highly motivated candidates who are looking to enhance their laboratory skills and publication record are strongly encouraged to apply and will be strongly supported in their career goals. Ideally, an applicant should be able to commit 2 years to this position, but we will consider a 1-year position as well.
Location: The Postgraduate Associate will be based in Suite 8201, 300 George Street, New Haven CT, within the Department of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine.
Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in biological sciences is required. Prior laboratory experience is strongly preferred. Experience with desiredin vitro and in vivo work is a Plus.

Qualified individuals are invited to apply: Please send your CV, and a personal statement detailing your research experience and motivation, and the contact information for at least 2 references to Srikant.rangaraju@yale.edu

The ImPACTS Research Program is in the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Emergency Medicine at Yale. ImPACTS aims to address the up to four fold higher rate of mortality for acutely ill and injured infants and children presenting to community sites compared to “pediatric ready” academic specialty centers. Our goal is to ensure that all critically ill and injured children no matter where they live work or travel receive optimal care. The core of ImPACTS is at Yale and supports a scalable/regional model of 40 leading Academic Medical centers working with over 300 community sites across North America. Our programs includes work in primary care offices, in prehospital (emergency medical services), emergency departments, critical care transport teams, inpatient pediatric wards and to neonatology units in community hospitals. The ImPACTS model involves a structured longitudinal collaboration between academic medical centers and regional community sites involving simulation and other improvement activities. Multiple papers have been published supporting the efficacy of this model in improving pediatric readiness and outcomes.

We seek a Postgraduate Associate interested in health services research, implementation science, simulation, and quality improvement with appropriate experience to join our multidisciplinary team of researchers, pediatricians, and educators. The Postgraduate Associate will work primarily with Dr. Marc Auerbach and collaborators from Indiana University School of Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. More information is available on impactscollaborative.com.
Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated, hard-working and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills. Must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills and be able to perform both independently as well as in a team setting.

Education: Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree in biological sciences or a related field. Prior experience in healthcare, emergency medicine, public health, education, and/or quality improvement are preferred. This position is ideal for recent graduates interested in strengthening their research experience prior to graduate or medical school.

Mentorship: The candidate will get “hands on” and conceptual mentorship, orientation, guidance and feedback by members of the national team. Additionally they will meet regularly and receive mentorship from Dr. Auerbach and the team.

Training: The candidate will receive training in a variety of technologies and techniques used in healthcare systems improvement including implementation science, simulation based training/testing, education, quality improvement and patient safety. They will receive formal training in collaborative research. They will be encouraged to participate in training related to pediatric acute care, program evaluation, data management and analysis. They will have engage in collating performance results and presenting findings to community and academic audiences. Efforts will be made to tailor the experience to the postgraduate’s goals and interests. There is also the opportunity to participate in publications and presentations.

Roles will include:

• Project Management including monthly meeting coordination for ImPACTS projects with a focus on ED, Neonatal and EMS projects.
• Data management: Data entry, maintenance, analysis and creating reports of data for the ImPACTS network.
• Simulation equipment management and case development (e.g., running high tech manikins, developing clinical cases).
• Content creator and social media management, website management.
• Opportunities to participate in disseminating research: manuscripts, presentations, and sub-projects.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication and management skills
• Strong biostatistical skills, including database management, survey-based research, data reporting, and analysis/modeling
• Preferred (but not required) experience in implementation-science, health care provider education, simulation-based training, and measurement, emergency/acute care, qualitative research, database research

This position is a one-year, full-time appointment with renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding, and is eligible to start immediately. Applications will be reviewed as soon as received.

To Apply: Interested applicants should submit

1) a personal statement/letter of interest including a summary of their top skills /experiences that relate to this project, 2) their CV, 3) an optional letter of reference via e-mail to Dr. Marc Auerbach marc.auerbach@yale.edu. 

POSTGRADUATE ASSOCIATE POSITION

Yale School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine (Moore Lab)

Post Graduate Research Associate

This is a paid, full-time position with great benefits, having a 1-year fixed duration with a maximum possible 12-month extension. This role will offer the unique opportunity to develop clinical skills using novel medical devices while gaining patient interaction experience in the healthcare setting.

Training:

The research candidate will train to be a research team member, participate in the start-up, implementation, patient enrollment, data collection and data management for several multifaceted research projects under the overall direction of Dr. Christopher Moore, in topics related to emergency medicine, point-of-care ultrasound, development of artificial intelligence for ultrasound interpretation, and health equity.

Please note: most hours focused on patient enrollment will occur M-F: 3pm-11pm and Sat-Sun: 9am-5pm.

Mentorship:

The successful candidate will receive mentorship and training in the conduct of clinical trials, regulatory management (IRB), research techniques, and data collection under the overall supervision of Professor Moore. He/she will also have an opportunity to participate in manuscript drafting and publications, laboratory group meetings, and will gain experience presenting their research.  This mentorship will be done in context of developing the candidate toward their professional goals. The candidate will be given the opportunity to develop independent projects within the research portfolio, ideally resulting in peer-reviewed publications.

Education:

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have received a bachelor and/or master’s degree in biological sciences or a related field. Prior experience in research is preferred, but not required. The position is for one year, with possible extension for a second year. This is an ideal position for an enthusiastic, motivated, and reliable candidate with an interest in a career in clinical research or medicine, specifically emergency medicine.

Application Process:

If interested, please send your curriculum vitae, cover letter, and 2-3 professional references (name, contact information and the nature of the professional relationship you maintained) with the subject line Postgrad EM Research to ryan.denkewicz@yale.edu.

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

Yale University School of Medicine

The Vinetz Laboratory in the Section of Infectious Diseases is seeking students at the postgraduate or advanced undergraduate levels interested in studying pathogenesis and immunological mechanisms of infectious diseases. 

Our lab provides exceptional basic science and translational research environment, with direct connections to tropical disease-endemic field sites.

Candidates who seek deeper experience in biotechnology and immunological aspects of infectious diseases, with approaches including molecular biology, recombinant protein expression (bacterial, insect, algae, mammalian cells), protein purification using various chromatographic methods, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, solid phase assay development and small animal models of infectious diseases are encouraged to apply.  Ideal candidates should have excellent undergraduate preparation in biology with goals of graduate or professional education in the biomedical sciences.  Excellent communication and writing skills are essential for this position. Salary is based on research experience and on published university norms.

https://postdocs.yale.edu/current-postgrads

Interested applicants should send a CV, cover letter describing research interest, your reasons to apply to my lab including long-term career goals, and names/contact information for 2 references to joseph.vinetz@yale.edu. Very important is being able to be independent with supervision in the laboratory, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

The research team focuses on clinical trials related to women’s health and fertility. The areas of focus for the Postgraduate will include but are not limited to:

-        Screening and consenting patients

-        Collecting and processing biosamples

-        Collecting and recording data

-        Exposure in clinical and OR settings

-        Managing ongoing investigator initiated and sponsor initiated research studies

-        Managing and updating study related documents

Training

The Postgraduate will be directly supervised by Dr. Hugh Taylor and will be trained by Research Nurse Coordinators. The Postgraduate will have the opportunity to gain experience with a broad range of different clinical research aspects (e.g. design and conduct of clinical trials, IRB development, human subject consent, medical record abstraction, collection of biospecimens, and processing human tissue). In addition, Human Subjects and HIPAA training will be provided. Thus, this position is ideal for recent graduates interested in advancing to a career in medicine, as well as individuals looking to gain clinical research experience prior to graduate studies in the health professions.

Mentoring

Postgraduate mentorship will be provided for research design, data management, and patient interactions. Daily mentoring and training will be provided by Research Nurse Coordinators as well as Dr. Hugh Taylor in both a clinical and laboratory setting.

Education

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field is required (for example: premed or life sciences). Prior experience working in a clinic or research lab is preferred, although training will be provided for all proposed research activities. Applicants should be dedicated and reliable with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently, as well as in a team.

Interested candidates should email a brief cover letter describing motivations, research interests and experience, and formal qualifications in the body of the email and forward their resume to Colleen Goble at colleen.goble@yale.edu. Please also send contact information for at least two professional references. Application review will begin immediate and will occur on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Anticipated start September 2023 (or earlier, if possible).

Postgraduate Position- Respiratory Pathogens and Vaccines (Israelow Lab)

The Israelow lab (https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/benjamin_goldman-israelow/) is seeking a motivated Postgraduate Associate for a position in his in laboratory in the Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases. Dr. Goldman-Israelow is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine in the Section of Infectious Diseases at the Yale School of medicine studying mucosal immune responses within the respiratory track.  We study respiratory mucosal immune responses to infections and how to combat pathogens with novel mucosal vaccination strategies. We are interested in identifying the signals which promote lasting and potent immune memory within the respiratory tract and will leverage this knowledge to improve respiratory mucosal vaccines to better prevent disease and pathogen transmission.

Training - The postgraduate trainee will receive training in mucosal immunology, vaccinology, mRNA vaccines, molecular virology, animal models of infection and disease in the BSL2 and BSL3 labs. Techniques utilized include but are not limited to flow cytometry, ELISA, neutralization assay, cell culture, RT-PCR, molecular cloning, RNA isolation, invitro transcription, dissection, animal husbandry and genotyping. The trainee will develop skills in these techniques as well as data presentation, visualization, and scientific writing.

Mentoring – Mentorship is a priority, and the post graduate trainee will receive daily hands-on training and mentoring from Dr. Goldman-Israelow in addition to other members of the Israelow lab.  Each trainee will have a professional development plan tailored to their career goals. The candidate will be given career development opportunities (e.g. scientific writing and public speaking skills) that are individually tailored to his/her long-term career goals. The ultimate goal is to create an experience that is rewarding and engaging for the successful applicant and foster their scientific, professional, and/or educational advancement.

Education - Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in biological sciences is strongly preferred. Prior experience in immunology, microbiology, or molecular biology is desired but not necessary. Individuals whose career plans include studying towards graduate degrees or medical degrees are highly encouraged to apply. We are looking for highly motivated candidates who can commit to 24 months.

The ideal candidate for this position has majored in the Biological Sciences but has not yet received a doctoral degree and is seeking advanced scientific training for a duration of 2 years. Prior laboratory-based research experience is a plus but not required. Candidates should be highly organized, self-motivated, hard-working and reliable, with good interpersonal and communication skills. Must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills and be able to perform both independently as well as in a team setting. The overall goal is to gain experience in designing and performing both basic and translational scientific work that can be used to develop the candidate’s basis for a future career in science and/or medicine.

Interested candidates should email Benjamin Goldman-Israelow (benjamin.goldman-israelow@yale.edu) a cover letter that briefly describes their personal and career goals as well as their research/scientific background, their CV, and at least 2-3 references

Lieping Chen, MD, PhD, United Technologies Corporation Professor in Cancer Research and Professor of Immunobiology, of Dermatology and of Medicine (Medical Oncology) is seeking a Postgraduate Associate for a position in the Department of Immunobiology at the Yale School of Medicine. Our lab has access to cutting-edge technology and has unique opportunities to develop translational research projects in human cancer. More information can be found at https://medicine.yale.edu/immuno/profile/lieping-chen/
Education- The ideal candidate has majored in the Biological Sciences (or related field) with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree but has not yet received a doctoral degree and is seeking advanced scientific training for a duration of one or two years. Prior laboratory-based and/or clinical research experience is a plus but not required.
The competitive candidate will be involved in the following areas:

1. Training
* There will be direct training in the lab for laboratory techniques related to experimental work focused on the immune system interactions with cancer. These include but are not limited to: 1) microscope use 2) quantitative immunofluorescence 3) cell culture 4) flow cytometry 5) data interpretation 6) CyTOF 7) LC-MS/MS and statistical analysis.
* There may also be aspects of the candidates’ responsibilities that include collection of clinical trial samples and pathology specimens, which will include training on specimen handling and preparation.
* There may also be aspects of the candidates’ responsibilities that include developing methods on LC-MS/MS for lipidomics and metabolomics.

2. Mentoring
* There will be mentorship meetings every week with Dr. Baozhu Huang to review progress of research projects and advance career development for the candidate.
* There will be weekly lab meeting, which provides an opportunity for feedback on research projects and strategy in a group format.

3. Education
* There will be weekly lab meetings as noted above where pertinent data generated from the lab will be reviewed as well as new updates in the field of immunobiology. The candidate may present updates regularly on their work at these meetings.
* There will be a bimonthly journal club, which will rotate the presenter bimonthly. This will focus on novel experiments / techniques that are related to the immune system / cancer interaction and will provide learning opportunities for the lab on experimental designs, techniques, and data interpretation / analysis.
* Yale University has seminars throughout the campus on various topics which will be available to the candidate.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to data generation for translational projects which aim to elucidate biomarkers from clinical specimens and developing new drugs. Interested candidates should contact Dr. Baozhu Huang at baozhu.huang@yale.edu<mailto:baozhu.huang@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).

Anticipated Appointment Dates: September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024

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Yale Divinity School exists to address the most pressing issues facing humanity in the 21st century. We engage this challenge through scholarship of the highest caliber and through the cultivation of faith. It is this potent, unique combination—faith and intellect—that makes our school powerfully relevant and ideally positioned to take on the challenges of the future.

The mission of the Divinity School is to foster the knowledge and love of God through rigorous scholarly inquiry, the preparation of students for lives of transformative service, the promotion of broad inclusivity and diversity in our communal life, encounter with the sacred through music and the arts, and the advancement of the sustainability of the earth. Traditionally and primarily Christian in character, the school welcomes persons of all faiths and those of no faith.

A professional school within Yale University, the Divinity School is uniquely positioned to prepare leaders who will address the major issues confronting the global community. YDS prepares students through rigorous scholarly inquiry, corporate worship and spiritual formation, and engagement in a variety of practicing ministries for three major venues: lay and ordained Christian ministries; the initial stage of graduate preparation for the Academy and other professional guilds; and for public service or other careers. In all cases the school seeks to help students understand the theological dimensions of their vocations.

Yale Divinity’s Postgraduate Associate will learn about (1) theological foundations for sustainable environmental and building practices, (2) community and church outreach and relations from the perspective of a university-based divinity school, and (3) how knowledge created and curated in a school can find its way out into the wider church and public and how community practices and developments can be incorporated into academic institutions. The postgraduate associate assignments will be divided between internal sustainability initiatives and external community relations.  Assignments will include overseeing Divinity Farm and forging relationships with Yale Farm to learn advanced urban agricultural models. By creating partnerships with external constituencies, the associate will also learn the needs and best practices from local communities and congregations.  The associate will be expected to integrate community and school practices to advance sustainability models and methods of collaboration. By completion of the one year appointment, the postgraduate associate will have developed skills around sustainable farming, regenerative building techniques, and faith-based community organizing. 

The position will be supervised on a day-to-day basis by the Living Village project manager and will work closely with the associate dean of student affairs for YDS.  Professor Tisa Wenger will be the faculty mentor and guide for the project. There will be weekly meetings for all involved and an individualized learning plan will be collaboratively drafted.  Attendance at seminars and lectures may be required as part of the learning plan.

The training will take place at the Divinity School campus in New Haven and throughout the broader New Haven community.

This is a one year, non-renewable position. A Master’s degree in theology, religious studies, or environmental studies and a commitment to sustainability/regenerative living are required.

To apply, submit a cover letter highlighting your commitments to sustainability and community organizing and a current CV.  The application materials should be sent to bruce.mccann@yale.edu. 

The Ishizuka lab is recruiting a dry lab research associate to join a team dedicated to identifying novel targets and therapeutic strategies in cancer immunotherapy. The candidate will function to drive projects and as part of a team with other Lab members. Your work will be central to several research projects and co-authorship on resulting publications is strongly supported. You will have access to perturbational single cell RNA sequencing data from patient samples and other genomic data. Facility with R, Python or other commonly used programing languages in computational biology is expected.

Minimum qualifications include:

* Demonstrated ability to think creatively and to solve problems with a strong attention to detail
* Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
* Abundant motivation with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Training Provided:

The candidate will work closely with other lab members and the principal investigator to develop expertise in:

* Analysis of single cell RNA sequencing data, including perturbational data
* Computational biology
* Genomic analysis

Mentoring Provided:

* The principal investigator meets with every lab member weekly to review data, discuss goals and provide feedback and advice
* The candidate will additionally work closely with a post-doctoral fellow, graduate student or close collaborator with expertise in the project selected.

Required Education:

* Bachelor degree in biology, computer science, mathematics, engineering or other science-related field.

If you are interested in applying, please email your CV and a cover letter with three references to: jeffishizukalab@gmail.com<mailto:jeffishizukalab@gmail.com>

The Reinke lab in the department of Genetics at Yale School of Medicine seeks a highly motivated postgraduate researcher to embark on research focused on epigenetic regulatory mechanisms in C. elegans germ cells. During development, germ cells employ complex modes of gene regulation, including the interplay between chromatin state and small RNAs, to ultimately produce mature gametes that have the remarkable ability to kickstart the life of a whole new organism. The project will give the postgraduate an opportunity to learn cutting-edge genomic, genetic, and computational approaches designed to understand gene expression dynamics across time, space, and generations. The Reinke labconsists of a small group of experienced individuals who truly value the opportunity to train and mentor others. We also place equity and fairness at the highest level of importance.

More broadly, the postgraduate researcher will be able to take advantage of the vibrant scientific environment of the Department of Genetics. The Department of Genetics believes that outstanding science is driven by diversity. We strive to create an inclusive community of faculty, staff, and students whose voices and contributions are valued and respected, and who better represent the communities we serve. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical ability, and ethnicity. Diversity is our commitment and our passion; we invite you to be part of it.

Training - The postgraduate researcher can expect to gain experimental skills in microscopy, genetic techniques such as CRISPR-mediated gene editing, and genomic assays that measure chromatin state and define regulatory interactions, including ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, and RNA-seq. They will also have the opportunity to develop computational expertise to analyze these data. The project can be tailored depending on the specific interests and skills of the candidate. The postgrad can also expect to have weekly individual meetings with Valerie and participate in regular lab meetings. There are many departmental seminar series the candidate can attend and present their work as well.

Mentoring - The Reinke lab has a long history of successful mentoring of trainees, resulting in strong publication records and continuation in various scientific fields upon moving to the next phase of their career. Mentoring of a postgraduate researcher will include regular meetings with the PI to discuss the project, the relevant scientific background and career goals. Within the lab, detailed oversight and guidance with respect to learning techniques will be provided, with the expectation that the candidate will gain independence and autonomy.

Education - Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in biological sciences is required. Prior experience in molecular biology is strongly desired; any hands-on experience with C. elegans or familiarity with programming is considered a plus.

Qualifications - The candidate should display a high level of personal initiative and be able to organize their time effectively to tackle both short- and long-term goals. The candidate should be able to work responsibly with others, and have excellent listening skills as well as strong communication skills, both verbally and written, with the ability to keep accurate and informative lab notebooks and create and deliver in-person presentations.

Application Instructions - Please use Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/126095 to upload a CV and a cover letter stating your motivation for pursuing the opportunity, your research interests and experience, and your formal qualifications. Your CV should include the contact information of 2-3 referees familiar with your experience and interests. The appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extension.

We are seeking a post-graduate research assistant for a 1-year term at the Yale School of Nursing. Interested candidates should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in public health, psychology, project management, nursing or related discipline. This position will focus on research to advance the health and well-being of gay, bisexual, and queer-identified persons with HIV. The candidate will gain significant research experience on a NIH-funded behavioral clinical trial. The candidate will be supervised on all aspects of the research. They will complete human subjects training prior to engaging in study activities. The post-graduate research assistant will gain experience in research recruitment, survey administration using Redcap, data visualization, retention strategies, analyzing and managing qualitative and quantitative data, dissemination activities, manuscript development and co-authorship opportunities, IRB reporting, grant writing. Other experiences may include community engagement and presentations. 

Experience with a statistical analysis (e.g., SPSS, R, Excel), qualitative analysis (e.g., Nvivo), or data management (Redcap) software is required. Prior research, clinical, or other experience within LGBTQ+ communities is required. Bilingual Spanish speaker desired, but not required. Other required skills include: 1) attention to detail, 2) maintaining professional boundaries with the study team and participants, 3) strong communication, organization, and time management skills, 4) strong teamwork and collaborative skills, and 5) commitment to anti-racist practices in all aspects of life.

This is a salaried position. To apply, email a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to: ysn.thelearnstudy@yale.edu Anticipated start date is May 2023. Search remains open until 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.

The Before and After Baby Lab (The BABL) seeks a postgraduate research associate to work on a NICHD funded study entitled “Neural mechanisms of psychological risk on mother and infant adjustment in African American and European American families” (PIs Helena Rutherford and Ashley Groh). The primary objective of this project is to understand the interplay of maternal psychological risk and neural reactivity to infant cues (using EEG/ERP) on maternal and infant health and well-being across the perinatal period in a diverse sample of women. The postgraduate associate will be responsible for study management and behavioral and EEG data collection and analysis. The postgraduate associate will be overseen by Dr. Rutherford at Yale University.

The postgraduate associate will also support other tasks related to the team’s research, such as manuscript preparation, grant writing, presentations at conferences, design of future studies, and other duties as assigned. The position provides opportunities for publication and supervision by national leaders in parenting, neuroscience, and child development. This is an ideal position for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual looking to gain more research experience on topics related to parent-child relationships, neural processes (EEG/ERP), and development before pursuing a PhD in a related field (e.g., development psychology, neuroscience, clinical psychology, HDFS).

This position is a one-year appointment with renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding and with a start date in July 2023.

Skills & Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have completed, or will be about to complete, a bachelor’s degree in psychology, child development, neuroscience, or a related field. Prior experience with EEG/ERP is preferable but not required – training will be provided.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience working with parents and infants/children

• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in science and practice

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Exceptional project management skills, including good attention to detail

• The ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment

To Apply

Interested applicants should submit via e-mail a cover letter, resume or CV, and contact details for two referees to: thebabl@yale.edu. Please make “BABL Postgrad Position” the subject line of your e-mail. Reviews of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

About the BABL

The BABL is a research group located at the Yale Child Study Center in New Haven, CT. Our mission is to use our prenatal findings to reliably identify families that may need additional support and guidance during pregnancy and the postpartum period to optimize parent and child well-being. 

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.

The Department of Pediatrics at Yale University School of Medicine seeks a post-baccalaureate in the Laboratory of Dr. Engin Deniz to analyze novel developmental mechanisms underlying human birth defects, with a particular interest in congenital hydrocephalus. Our work is highly translational, and projects in the lab stem from the reported genes identified in patients with congenital hydrocephalus. We use modern gene-editing tools in Xenopus to phenocopy patient phenotype, then expand our analyses to evaluate the cell and molecular mechanisms linked to these novel hydrocephalus genes.

The post-baccalaureate will have access to an advanced imaging core, emerging genetic, biochemical, and cell culture technologies, human clinical samples, an extensive Xenopus facility, and a vibrant, supportive community of graduate students, MD/Ph.D. students, postdocs,clinicians, and undergraduates. Qualified candidates will have significant experience in molecular, cellular, or developmental biology and a strong interest in developmental biology, embryonic patterning, and congenital malformations.

Interested persons should send a CV, a brief statement of research interests, and 2-3 letters of recommendation to Engin Deniz, MD, exclusively at the following address: lisa.palmieri@yale.edu or Lisa Palmieri, Department of Pediatrics, 333 Cedar Street, PO Box 208064, New Haven, CT 06520-8064.

Post Graduate Research Associate

This is a paid, full-time position with great benefits, having a 1-year fixed duration with a maximum possible 12-month extension. This role will offer the unique opportunity to develop clinical skills using novel medical devices while gaining patient interaction experience in the healthcare setting.

This position will involve an annual salary of $40,000 plus benefits.

Training:

The research candidate will train to be a research team member, participate in the start-up, implementation, patient enrollment, data collection and data management for several multifaceted research projects under the overall direction of Dr. Christopher Moore, in topics related to emergency medicine, point-of-care ultrasound, development of artificial intelligence for ultrasound interpretation, and health equity.

Mentorship:

The successful candidate will receive mentorship and training in the conduct of clinical trials, regulatory management (IRB), research techniques, and data collection under the overall supervision of Professor Moore. He/she will also have an opportunity to participate in manuscript drafting and publications, laboratory group meetings, and will gain experience presenting their research.  This mentorship will be done in context of developing the candidate toward their professional goals. The candidate will be given the opportunity to develop independent projects within the research portfolio, ideally resulting in peer-reviewed publications.

Education:

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have received a bachelor and/or master’s degree in biological sciences or a related field. Prior experience in research is preferred, but not required. The position is for one year, with possible extension for a second year. This is an ideal position for an enthusiastic, motivated, and reliable candidate with an interest in a career in clinical research or medicine, specifically emergency medicine.

Application Process:

If interested, please send your curriculum vitae, cover letter, and 2-3 professional references (name, contact information and the nature of the professional relationship you maintained) with the subject line Postgrad EM Research to ryan.denkewicz@yale.edu .

The anticipated start date is May to June 2023. In accordance with university requirements for a safe return to in-person university operations, all faculty, staff, and postdoctoral and postgraduate trainees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information, please visit https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/workplace-guidance/workplace-guidance-faqs.

Postgraduate position in the Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine (RISE-UP Study)

The Yale School of Medicine, Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine is looking to hire a Postgraduate Associate to assist with the several research studies including CLOUDS, RISE-UP and ROSA-ICH.  This is a full-time, paid position with insurance benefits, available for start June 12^th, 2023

Primary roles of postgraduate research associates will include:

Involvement in several ongoing clinical research projects, including data collection and analysis, research subject recruitment, conducting research visits, maintenance of data, and communicating with the Yale Institutional review board. 

Research associates will gain extensive experience in the conduct of clinical research. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, have a strong academic record, an interest in clinical research, and proficiency with computer programs such as Excel. Experience with Redcap is helpful but not required. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first serve basis and strong candidates will be invited to interview.

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 and participate in the preparation of conference abstracts.

Trainees will have significant exposure to both clinical and research operations.

Trainees will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with patients and working collaboratively with the medical team.

As we work with time sensitive scheduled procedures and 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.

CLOUDS project will focus on understanding of the effects of medication for addiction treatment (MAT) to clarify potential underlying mechanisms between sleep deficiency and opioid use disorder (OUD). The postgraduate will be receiving training in good clinical practices for research subjects, screening, consenting, performing direct interviews with patients, the application of ambulatory polysomnography, the application of actigraphy, salivary melatonin testing and baseline and follow-up measures and questionnaires. This training will largely occur through the CLOUDS Study project Coordinators.

RISE-UP and ROSA-ICH projects will focus on understanding the impact of treating obstructive sleep apnea among patients with an acute stroke on functional recovery.  The postgraduate will be receiving training in good clinical practices for research subjects, screening, consenting, performing direct interviews with patients, the application of ambulatory polysomnography, the application of continuous positive airway pressure, the application of actigraphy, and performing follow-up measures of functional recovery including performing the NIH stroke Scale and the Modified Ranking scale.  This training will largely occur through the RISE-UP and ROSA-ICH Study project Coordinator, Mr. Radu Radulescu. 

Education:

The postgraduate will attend the Sleep Medicine “Book Camp” designed for clinical fellows in sleep medicine During the Month of July.  They will also attend the weekly sleep medicine seminar, the PCCSM research Conference, and will also attend the PCCSM grand Rounds.  All conferences occur on Wednesday afternoons.  The postgraduate will gain significant exposure to understanding how multidisciplinary clinical care and clinical research is performed in sleep medicine in conjunction with other specialties, such as critical care neurology, neurosurgery, emergency medicine and endocrinology. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.  Prior experience in research is preferred, but not required. The position is for 1 year.

Mentoring:

This individual will meet bi-weekly with Dr. Yaggi, PI of the CLOUDS and RISE-UP study, who will also provide guided learning through the review of the medical literature as it pertains to Sleep medicine and stroke. Dr. Yaggi with also provide mentorship and career guidance with regards completing medical school applications.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and one letter of reference as attachments to Dr. Henry Yaggi at henry.yaggi@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.