Postgraduate Positions

2024 Post-Graduate Associate Position-Reilly Lab

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate

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

Anticipated Appointment Dates: July 1, 2024-July 1, 2025

Email/Website: broadcenter@yale.edu; som.yale.edu/broadcenter

Pre-Doctoral Fellowship

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 nearly 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 research assistants, starting summer 2024. This is an opportunity to receive continued education and on the job training to prepare individuals to apply to PhD programs in Education or closely related fields. The research assistants will work and receive mentorship from faculty on topics in education research and policy. They will be engaged in all stages of the research process, including conceptual development, data collection, data analysis, and writing. Research collaboration with faculty, graduate students, and policymakers at Yale and other institutions will be an important component of the job.

In addition to its affiliation with The Broad Center, this position is part of the Tobin Center Pre-Doctoral Fellows Program at Yale University. Pre-doctoral fellows work for one to two years as full-time research assistants and engage in additional education and training activities, including taking for credit or auditing one course per semester, participating in a weekly professional development seminar, and attending department research seminars. There are roughly 30 fellows in each cohort. All positions are based on-campus, and most fellows work in common workspaces to foster camaraderie and peer learning. Our program is strengthened when a diversity of backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints are represented. We encourage women and members of other underrepresented groups in economics, sociology, and public policy, to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.  Short-listed applicants will be asked to complete a data or technical exercise and may be invited to interview. 

The position begins in July 2024, 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 economics, sociology, or public policy.

A background in education or the quantitative social sciences is a plus but not required; candidates with strong technical, writing, and communication 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 statistics, economics, math, and/or computer science. Past research assistants 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 “lastname_firstname” and containing the following material:

• 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.

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

Postgraduate Position in Endocrinology, Bergwitz Lab at Yale University

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

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

Training

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

Mentoring

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

Education

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

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

Position Title: Postgraduate position in the Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine (ADIPOSA study)

Position posting date: April 1, 2024

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 but not limited to ADIPOSA study.  This is a full-time, paid position with insurance benefits, available for start April, 2024

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.

ADIPOSA project will focus on understanding of the effects of medication for treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes on obstructive sleep apnea. 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 ADIPOSA Study project Coordinators.

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 ADIPOSA study, who will also provide guided learning through the review of the medical literature as it pertains to Sleep medicine. Dr. Yaggi with also provide mentorship and career guidance including completing medical school applications as needed.

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.

Postgraduate Position in Molecular Biology of Aging in the Zhao Lab at Yale University

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

Training

As a postgraduate research associate in the Zhao lab, the candidate will lead research projects in molecular aging research using a combination of molecular biology and biochemistry approaches in mammalian cell culture and mouse models. Techniques we use in the lab include cell culture, molecular cloning, viral vector-based genetic manipulation, CRISPR screening and immunohistochemistry. Candidate will also participate in the large-scale lipidomic projects in the lab.

Mentoring

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

Education

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

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

Postgraduate Research Associate – Immunity to Parasitic Infections (Briggs Laboratory)

Neima Briggs, MD, PhD is seeking a Postgraduate Research Associate for a full-time, paid training position in his research group, currently situated within the laboratory of Dr. Joseph Craft, MD, Professor of Immunobiology and Rheumatology. Dr. Briggs is an Infectious Diseases physician and scientist between the Departments of Internal Medicine and Immunobiology at the Yale School of Medicine. His lab studies the host immune response to parasites, primarily helminths, with a heavy emphasis on vaccine and diagnostic development in animal models. We work closely with Texas Children’s Hospital’s Center for Vaccine Development who provide many of the vaccines that we trial in our animal models and human samples. We have active human research in Honduras and will be starting a field site in Brazil in collaboration with the Federal University of Belo Horizonte.

Training:

As a Postgraduate Associate, the candidate will perform basic science and/or translational research related to two ongoing projects: 1) characterizing immune response in mouse models of hookworm infection and immunization and 2) development of cellular and serological assays for human helminth infections (hookworm, whipworm, roundworm, etc.). The projects will train you in a broad array of advanced lab skills, such as:

The candidate will assist with data 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 infectious diseases and immunology seminars as well as weekly lab meetings; assist with writing scientific papers, case reports, and reviews, if of interest. Candidates must be comfortable working with parasites and mouse models, including the performing university sanctioned procedures and post-mortem analysis. Additionally, you will be expected to assist in the collection, processing, and analysis of human samples. All training for this work will be provided but any prior experience is important to point out in your application.

While the main work at Yale will be within the lab and animal focused, if interested and time permits, we can try to add on a field experience with me to work with parasitic endemic regions of Brazil. Additionally, for those interested in clinical shadowing experiences, we can arrange opportunities with Dr. Briggs.

Mentoring:

The Postgraduate Associate will work closely with Dr. Briggs and will also regularly receive feedback directly from Dr. Craft and other members of the Craft laboratory. Stationed within the Craft lab and several highly collaborative neighboring labs, you will learn from many colleagues within the Immunobiology Department. 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. As a physician-scientist, Dr. Briggs will provide additional mentorship and assistance towards a career in science and medicine.

Education:

The ideal candidate has a master’s and/or bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, ideally in biology or chemistry. Those who have completed their requirements for their doctoral degree but have not defended can also be considered and discussed for an ultimate pathway to a postdoctoral position. Trainees are expected to join the lab for a minimum duration of 1 year, but a 2-year commitment is preferred. Prior laboratory-based experience is preferred but exceptions will be considered for highly motivated individuals. Any experience with working with rodents/animal models, parasites, immunological techniques (ELISA, Flow Cytometry, Luminex and ELISpot) and scientific writing/statistical analysis is important to highlight on your application.

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.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should email their CV and an email or cover letter briefly describing their career goals and their reelvant research/scientific background to neima.briggs@yale.edu with the subject line “Postgrad Position in the Briggs Lab.” If selected for an interview, please be prepared to provide at least 2 letters of reference with the expectation that they will be contacted by Dr. Briggs. 

Start date: July/August 2024 with some flexibility. Standard postgraduate compensation: $38,400/year. As Yale employees, you are eligible for full benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA, Long Term Disability, and Retirement Savings Plan (https://postdocs.yale.edu/current-postgrads/benefits-and-paid-time).

Life at Yale:

New Haven, Connecticut is a vibrant college town along the Atlantic shores of the Long Island Sound. There is a strong community of postgraduates at Yale with numerous career development opportunities and extracurricular outings (https://postgrads.yale.edu/). There are numerous activities to do in your free time (https://www.yale.edu/life-yale), such as outdoor parks and trails (East Rock is favorite), university intramural sports leagues, music/theater venues (College Street Hall, Westville Music Bowl, Shubert Theater, Yale Repertory Theater), Yale museums (Peabody, University Art Gallary, Beinecke Rare Books)  and great food scene (such as New Haven “apizza”). You near many of best features of the Northeast and New England, with direct connections by train to Providence (1hr), New York City (2hr) and Boston (2hr). By car, you can reach the beautiful beaches Rhode Island (less than an hour), Vermont (2hr), New Hampshire (3hr) and Maine (such as Acadia National Park, 5hr), making weekend escapes easy. While public transportation is excellent, and many destinations can be reached by train or bus (include a robust local Yale shuttle), a personal vehicle is nice to have and storage in New Haven is relatively inexpensive and parking facilities are available proximal to the laboratory.  If you are moving with a partner, I can provide contact information with our human resources to help them with job placement. As New York City is quite close, many people live between Yale and NYC with couples splitting the commute by train (or car).

Yale Emergency Medicine Postgraduate Clinical Research Associate

The Yale Department of Emergency Medicine is currently recruiting research associates to join our study team this spring. The study will be the first randomized clinical trial to evaluate a comprehensive ED-based intervention for moderate to severe Alcohol Use Disorder.

Primary roles of research associates will include:

Training:
Study Recruitment: including screening and consenting patients in the Emergency Department, collecting biosamples, performing assessments, and collecting outcomes data via telephone interviews.

Mentorship:
Involvement in ongoing clinical research projects: including data collection and analysis, grant writing, abstract and manuscript preparation, and opportunities to present at conferences (if desired).
Research associates will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with patients in the Emergency Department and working collaboratively with the medical team. You are welcomed to attend department conferences and grand rounds. Our program has a strong record of preparing our associates for medical school and beyond.

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. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis and strong candidates will be invited to interview.

Application Process:

If interested, please send your curriculum vitae, and cover letter, with the subject line Postgrad EM Research to vanessa.zuniga@yale.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For selected candidates, 2-3 professional references (name, contact information and the nature of the professional relationship you maintained) will be requested.

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

Anticipated Appointment Dates: July 1, 2024

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

Introduction of School/Department:

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

Overview of the Position:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Qualifications:

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

Process to apply:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Expected start date: summer 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We seek enthusiastic individuals to join the Garg Lab at the Yale School of Medicine.  The lab is interested in how systems of cells generate cell-to-cell variation in gene expression (www.garglab.org) using stem cells and cancer models.  Projects in the lab are highly interdisciplinary and involve: cell and molecular biology, bioinformatics, data science, and systems biology.  New approaches in the lab include generative artificial intelligence to study the emergence of natural phenomenon in silico.  Candidates can contribute to ongoing projects or develop a novel line of investigation based depending on prior experience.  Postgraduate trainees from the lab have gone on to successful matriculation in PhD programs, MD programs, and positions in industry.  Start dates are flexible and could be commensurate with the end of the academic year or based on fit.  Positions in the lab are ideal for those interested in driving an independent project to publication.  Responsibilities include designing, assisting with, executing, and interpreting experiments, record-keeping, and assisting with shared organization tasks.

Education: Students will receive training in practical skills in performing laboratory experiments and quantitative data analysis, building upon their completed undergraduate coursework. 

Training:  Candidates will receive training in basic laboratory skills in cell and molecular biology, data analysis, biocomputation, and machine learning.  Additional training will be provided in presentation, including at lab and department meetings.  Previous post-grads have presented findings at international conferences relevant to their field of study. 

Mentoring:  Candidates will be primarily mentored by Dr. Salil Garg, professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine.  The lab has a strong focus on developing independence and ownership, and in thinking deeply about scientific questions.  Candidates will meet with Dr. Garg weekly (or more often as needed) with a focus on experimental design, data review, and achievement of professional goals.  Additional mentoring from senior faculty members in the department and at the Yale School of Medicine will be available through meetings, seminars, work-in-progress talks, retreats, and group meetings.

Qualifications:  Bachelors of Arts or Sciences in a related field, basic understanding of molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or equivalent related field.  Preferred qualifications:  prior experience in basic laboratory research OR computational experience using R, Python, and/or Unix. The ideal candidate will have engaged in two or more years of research as an undergraduate, though candidates at all stages are encouraged to reach out. 

This post-graduate position is located in the Garg laboratory, Department of Laboratory Medicine, at the Yale School of Medicine. 

Candidates should send a CV and cover letter to salil.garg@yale.edu.  Please indicate in the subject line that you are applying for a post-graduate position.

 Postgraduate Associate (Ya-Chi Ho Lab)

Department and School:  Yale School of Medicine / Department of Microbial Pathogenesis

Anticipated Appointment Dates:   6/1/24 – 5/31/25

Email/Website:  https://medicine.yale.edu/micropath/

• Introduction of School/Department:

The Department of Microbial Pathogenesis is a research-driven academic unit at Yale School of Medicine. Here you will find information about our research and educational missions, including the Yale Biological and Biomedical Sciences (BBS) Graduate Program in Microbiology.

Both the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis and the Graduate Program in Microbiology address important questions related to the understanding of the mechanisms of microbial pathogenesis, host response to microbial pathogens as well as the development of strategies to prevent and combat infectious diseases. The areas of expertise of the faculty span those of prokaryotic and eukaryotic molecular biology, cell biology, immunology and structural biology.

• Overview of the Position:

Education:

The laboratory of Dr. Ya-Chi Ho, MD, PhD at the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis (https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/yachiho/) is looking for a highly motivated postgraduate student with a strong interest in translational HIV research. The goal of our lab is to examine mechanisms of HIV persistence and to develop HIV cure strategies involving virology, immunology, molecular biology, single-cell genomics, epigenetics, and bioinformatics. The desired start date is June 1, 2024 or earlier.

Training:

The postgrad student is anticipated to process blood samples from HIV-infected individuals using sterile cell culture techniques in an enhanced biosafety level 2 (BSL2+) setting after appropriate biosafety training. The postgrad student may further examine HIV-host interactions using HIV-1 genomic sequencing, single-cell RNAseq, viral outgrowth cultures, flow cytometry, molecular cloning, CRISPR-mediated gene expression modulation, and bioinformatics analysis. The postgrad student will present in our lab meetings, including research progress and journal clubs. Some of the previous postgrad students who made significant scientific advancements presented their work in national conferences and co-author original manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in basic and translational research and who are pursuing advanced careers in graduate schools. All our previous postgraduate students have been admitted to PhD programs or medical schools.

Mentoring:

Under supervision by Dr. Ho, current postgrad, graduate students or postdocs, the postgrad student may design experiments, perform data analysis, and present data in laboratory meetings and journal clubs. Successful postgrad students may have the opportunity to present their work in major international HIV meetings and participate in manuscript preparation. The postgrad student will also be in charge of lab stocking and maintenance.

o Location: Where will training take place e.g., location of lab/department?

• Ya-Chi Ho Lab

Boyer Center for Molecular Medicine

295 Congress Avenue, Rm BCMM 349

New Haven, CT 06510

Postgraduate appointments are one year with the possibility of a one-year renewal.

• Qualifications:

A recent (<2 years) bachelor’s degree in a science discipline (or current undergrad students who will graduate by May 2024) and prior wet-lab bench experience in research labs is required. Experience in sterile cell culture skills is preferred. Prior experience in HIV is NOT required. Individuals who are willing to learn new techniques and who are proficient in multi-tasking are preferred.

• Process to Apply:

o Deadline to apply to the position.  Rolling Basis

Our lab is committed to recruiting researchers from diverse backgrounds. Interested candidates may email ya-chi.ho@yale.edu with a current C.V., contact information of three references, and a cover letter indicating your background and interest in the lab.

Post Graduate Research Position available in Pattabiraman Lab

The Pattabiraman laboratory is looking for highly qualified and enthusiastic college graduates for postgraduate research associate position starting Spring/Summer 2024 at Yale Child Study Center. The lab is led by Dr. Kartik Pattabiraman MD, PhD, a child psychiatrist-scientist. We are interested in understanding the mechanisms required for circuit assembly in the developing cerebral cortex and how disruption of this process could underlie the complex symptoms of autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia. To accomplish this, we combine novel transgenic mouse tools with single cell transcriptomic and epigenetic profiling, circuit tracing and cutting edge molecular biology approaches. Associates will have an independent project with direct guidance from PI and senior scientists in the laboratory, as well as assisting in maintaining the mouse colony, and general lab maintenance.

For more information about the laboratory, please visit www.pattabiramanlab.com.

The Postgraduate Associate position is one to two years in duration with a salary of $38,400 with benefits.   Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

This is not a remote opportunity.  This position is located at the Child Study Center on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, CT. Per postdoc office policy, all trainees are expected to complete their training on campus. 

Mentorship

The Postgraduate Associate will be directly mentored by Dr. Pattabiraman and will be involved in a highly active and productive community of neuroscientists at Yale School of Medicine.  With research mentorship, the selected applicant will be expected to guide a research project from the point of experiment design through analysis with the goal of publication. 

Training

The Postgraduate Associate will also assist in a variety of scientific activities in the lab, including participating in experiments ongoing in the laboratory, processing and analyzing data, writing grants, and general lab maintenance. The fellowship’s curriculum also includes participation in weekly research meetings, multi-laboratory journal club, and other didactic opportunities at Yale Child Study Center and School of Medicine. 

Education/Experience

BA or BS required. Neuroscience, Biology or Pre-Med background required with wet-laboratory/ computational research experience Experience working with mouse models is preferred.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and an unofficial copy of academic transcript to kartik.pattabiraman@yale.edu.

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

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

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

Postgraduate Position in Epithelial Immune Crosstalk

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

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

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

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

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

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

Postgraduate Associate in Neuro Infectious Diseases (Spudich Lab)

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

Primary roles of research associates will include:

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

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

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

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

Training:

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

Mentorship:

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

Education:

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

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

Postgraduate Position – Department of Therapeutic Radiology (Escobar-Hoyos lab)

The Escobar-Hoyos Lab in the Department of Therapeutic Radiology at Yale University has a postgraduate trainee position opening. Our lab focuses on uncovering the biology of pancreatic cancer that can ultimately lead to the development of new efficient therapies to treat this devastating malignancy. Our lab is a multidisciplinary environment, involving experts withing backgrounds spanning oncology, immunology, bioinformatics, drug delivery, and microbiology. Through our projects, our trainees have access to cutting-edge technology and unique opportunities for collaborations across different Yale Departments within the Yale School of Medicine.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual interested in a provocative interdisciplinary project that aims to understand how non-mutational mechanisms contribute to the maintenance, establishment, and pathogenesis of pancreatic tumors. Interested applicants should have a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in biology or chemistry-related fields and be research-oriented. The candidate should be self-motivated, enjoy collaborating with the other members, and follow the lab philosophy: to nurture a science-driven, collaborative, and respectful environment that allows the team to ask and tackle creative and exciting scientific questions.

The competitive candidate will be involved in the following areas:

1. Training

Through this project, the trainee will be exposed to:

• Cell culturing techniques, including cell culturing and maintenance; genetic manipulation and biochemical processing of pancreatic cell lines; development of mouse and patient-derived tumor organoids.
• Molecular biology and basic techniques of RNA expression analysis, such as western blotting, qRT-PCRs, immunohistochemistry, and deep RNA sequencing.
• Data manipulation and analysis of software: R-based analysis, use of public data sets such as TCGA and cBioportal.

1. Mentoring
   • Trainees will be mentored by Dr. Escobar-Hoyos and Postdoctoral fellows. Additional mentorship will come through exposure to other members in the laboratory and their projects.
   • Candidates will meet weekly with mentors for project updates, career development, and personal growth.
   • The laboratory offers lab meetings, journal clubs, and workshops to improve professional science-related skills.
   • Candidates will be advised and guided through applications for graduate school, med school, funding opportunities, and conferences.
2. Education
3. Applicants should have a degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or a related scientific discipline. Prior research experience is preferable. Applicants must possess strong communication and organization skills.
4. We are looking for a candidate who can start as soon as possible. An 18-month commitment is required for this position.
5. More information on the Escobar-Hoyos lab can be found on our website: https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/escobar-hoyos/. Candidates can also check our newest achievements through our Twitter: https://twitter.com/Escobar_Lab .

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.  A second-year position may be possible pending approval by the post-doctoral office and available funding.

Candidates interested in applying should e-mail an application package, including a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. Please send your application package to Dr. Luisa Escobar-Hoyos (luisa.escobar-hoyos@yale.edu) and Dr. Natasha Pinto Medici (natasha.pintomedici@yale.edu). Please include your last name and reference to the job posting in the subject line. 

The Anticevic Lab is looking for a graduating senior with an interest in pursuing graduate research education in neuroscience, psychology, and/or medicine for a postgraduate position in the Yale Department of Psychiatry under the guidance of Dr. Alan Anticevic in the N3 Division.

The Anticevic Lab  is interested in the cognitive neuroscience of psychiatric illness. We seek to better understand, at the neural system level, the mechanisms behind cognitive and affective deficits in neuropsychiatric illness. Specifically, the research in our group focuses on understanding these processes in schizophrenia, and related disorders. We use a combination of tools to better understand the underlying systems involved in processing affective stimuli and their interaction with neural circuits involved in goal-directed cognitive operations such as working memory. The lab is part of the Division of Neurocognition, Neurocomputation, and Neurogenetics N3 Division.

Mentorship/Training

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of Dr. Alan Anticevic as well as receive mentoring from N3 Faculty, associate research scientists, post-docs and research assistants in the lab. This is a salaried, academic position focused on training in human subjects research techniques. The postgraduate associate will receive individual instruction in recruitment, screening, and data collection for human subjects research in psychiatry and instruction in preprocessing and quality assurance of neuroimaging data while contributing to analytics studies.

Education/Experience

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

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 and boosted 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
Please submit a letter of interest, CV, a copy of academic transcript, and at least two names of reference to Nicole Santamauro at Nicole.santamauro@yale.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Post-Graduate Associate

Internal Medicine- Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology Yale School of Medicine

Posting Date: January 25, 2024

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:

• 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

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. 

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.

Postgraduate Research Associate in Nephrology Clinical Research (Turner Lab)

Intro:

Full-time postgraduate associate training position in clinical research beginning Spring 2024 in the Yale University Department of Internal Medicine Section of Nephrology.  The Section has extensive programs in patient care, research, and education, with a strong commitment to excellence in each of these three areas.  Currently, the section oversees several ongoing interventional clinical research studies focusing on novel therapies for treating polycystic kidney disease, nephropathies due to conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and auto-immune disease, rare nephropathies, and psychosocial factors in patients on dialysis.    

Education:

Through hands-on experience, intellectual collaboration with colleagues, and exposure to experts in the field, postgraduates in the Section of Nephrology will acquire valuable experience bolstering a foundation for future healthcare and/or research endeavors. 

Training:

The candidate will receive education in clinical research methodologies, including good clinical practices (GCP) and NIH/FDA guidelines. In addition, the postgraduate will be exposed to patient and healthcare interactions, research consent, data collection and quality management, presentation development, biospecimen processing, and reporting at team meetings. There are opportunities to attend lectures within and outside the department as well as participate in publications and presentations

Mentorship:

Ongoing mentorship will be provided by clinical research director, Jeffrey Turner, MD.  Mentorship will take the form of weekly meetings about ongoing research experience, and periodic meetings focusing upon an independent research project developed with the mentor.  In addition to development of an in-depth understanding of clinical research, patient interaction skills, lab and clinical research techniques, efforts are made to tailor the experience to the postgraduate’s goals and interests. 

Qualifications:

Candidates must have career goals in the medical field and be available to commit to at least one year of full-time work. Qualifications include BA/BS in pre-med, public health, or the life sciences; GPA 3.5/4.0 or higher preferred.  Prior experience in a research lab or hospital is preferred but not required. We seek candidates with a strong desire to contribute to patient-oriented research.

Email your resume/CV as well as a cover letter describing your future education or career goals to lauren.liberti@yale.edu specifying Postgraduate Research Associate Position in the subject line. 

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 includes several clinical research investigators, such as Joao P. De Aquino, M.D.; R. Ross MacLean, Ph.D; and Mehmet Sofuoglu, M.D.; Ph.D.  Collaborators include Ralitza Gueorguieva, Ph.D. (Statistics); Peggy Compton, Ph.D. (Pain Research); and Mohini Ranganathan, M.D. (Cannabinoid Science). For more information and a list of recent publications, visit:

https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/joao_deaquinolima/?tab=research

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 assist in a variety of scientific activities in the lab, including assisting in the preparation of manuscripts and conference presentations, and providing general assistance relevant to the functioning of the lab.

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

BA or BS required. Psychology, Pre-Med, or Neuroscience background required with research experience and an interest in clinical and translational research.

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 $38,400 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 position in the laboratory of Silvia Vilarinho, MD, PhD.

This is a postgraduate position in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Yale Liver Center. Our lab (https://www.vilarinholab.org) is seeking highly motivated and dedicated recent College graduates who are passionate about advancing the cellular and molecular understanding of liver function in health and disease.

1. Training- Our laboratory is interested in using human genetics and genomics paired with highly informative cohorts of patients to discover new liver disease genes. Using cell based and mouse models we study how a mutant gene causes the liver phenotype. Thus, by uncovering new liver disease genes, we provide a diagnosis to the patient, which provides new therapeutic options, and gain new insight into liver biology. You will actively participate in the ongoing projects in the lab and learn a wide array of techniques involved, including mouse colony maintenance and genotyping, liver cell isolation, DNA and RNA isolation, rtPCR, flow cytometry, microscopy sample preparation and processing, immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, whole-exome sequencing and transcriptomic analysis.
2. Mentoring- You will be mentored by Dr. Silvia Vilarinho through regular interactions to review results, protocols, presentations, etc. You will be expected to participate in weekly lab meeting/journal clubs, and constructive feedback will be provided by all lab members. Also, daily mentoring and training in laboratory techniques will be provided by various lab members (postdoc, graduate students, research staff) with expertise in these methods. The laboratory has a very collaborative environment, and everyone learns from each other.
3. Education-Individuals with prior experience with mouse model, flow cytometry and computational biology are strongly encouraged to apply.

The position is for 1 year, with the potential for renewal for another year. This position is a great opportunity for applicants interested to pursue MD, PhD, or combined MD-PhD training/careers.

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

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

The Genitourinary Medical Oncology Program (Yale School of Medicine) and the Braun Lab (Yale Center of Molecular and Cellular Oncology / Yale Cancer Center / Yale School of Medicine) are jointly 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 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 and agreements for collaborations with other institutions, and will help ensure regulatory compliance.

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.

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 / 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.

Interested applicants should send a CV and contact information for 3 references to david.braun@yale.edu.

Post Graduate Associate Position in the DeLuca Center for Innovation in Hematology Research in the Yale Comprehensive Cancer Center

Training: The Yale Hematology Tissue Bank (YHTB) within The DeLuca Center for Innovation in Hematology Research seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Post Graduate Associate for an immediate, full-time position at Yale University School of Medicine (1-2 years). The YHTB provides researchers in and outside Yale with expertise and samples in hematologic diseases. With the YHTB team the successful candidate will be trained to assist in sample collection and processing, manage inventory, and assure accuracy of the database. The Postgraduate Associate will learn diverse aspects of the hematology field, as well as what is required to ensure compliance with laboratory, government, and human subject research rules.

Mentoring: The Postgraduate Associate will work directly under Dr. Jennifer VanOudenhove and in collaboration with the diverse group of scientists that comprise the Hematology Tissue Bank Team. They will also regularly receive feedback directly from Dr. Stephanie Halene and other members of the Halene laboratory. The overall goal is to both gain laboratory and scientific experience while being exposed to elements on both the clinical and basic science sides of research. In addition, the candidate will be able to take on smaller projects that are individually tailored to their interests and longer-term career goals.

Education:

Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, preferably in a related field (i.e. premed or life sciences/biology).

The successful candidate should possess excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills; superb attention to detail; strong work ethic; the willingness and ability to take initiative; and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. The candidate must be curious, highly motivated, and excited about performing transformative research in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Application Process:

Applicants should submit curriculum vitae and names of three references to Dr. Jennifer VanOudenhove jennifer.vanoudenhove@yale.edu   Please enter “Post Graduate” in subject line of e-mail.

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

Postgraduate Associate in Yansheng Liu Lab at the Department of Pharmacology, Yale School of Medicine

The Liu lab at the Department of Pharmacology, Yale School of Medicine, seeks Postgraduate Associate applicants with a passion for proteomic research and mass spectrometry (MS). The successful candidate will work to support the research of the Liu lab and collaborative projects.  The overarching goal is to work with the members in the Liu Lab and other talented researchers at Yale to achieve scientific excellence in revealing fundamental biological roles of protein dynamics, turnover, and post-translational modifications underlying diseases and in translational medicine.

The primary role of the Postgraduate Associate will be the generation of samples for MS-based proteomic analysis, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy imaging analysis. The Postgraduate Associate with a computational biological background will also be welcome, whose primary role will be the assistance and participation in proteomic data analysis.

Training:  The major approaches in the Liu Lab and its collaborators include bottom-up MS, bioinformatics, cell culturing, the study of protein dynamics, multi-omic analysis, optical imaging, biochemistry, and cellular signaling. The successful candidate will gain significant exposure to and some hands-on experience in these approaches. Highly motivated and dedicated applicants can also expect to gain training in one or more of the specialized approaches.

Mentoring: Dr. Liu will be the primary mentor and will meet regularly with the postgraduate associate. The department and Yale Cancer Biology Institute (YCBI) environment will provide strong mentoring.  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 toward graduate or medical degrees. Strongly 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.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in biological sciences is required. Prior laboratory experience is strongly preferred.

About us: Dr. Liu is an Associate Professor at Yale. Please see https://www.yslproteomics.org for more information.

If interested, please send a CV, a cover letter detailing your research experience and motivation for this position, and the contact information for 2-3 references to yansheng.liu@yale.edu.

Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of minority groups.

Postgraduate Position in Cancer Biology and Genetics (Wilson Lab)

The Wilson laboratory in the Section of Medical Oncology and the Yale Cancer Center is seeking candidates for a postgraduate laboratory position. Interests in the laboratory focus on identifying and characterizing genetic vulnerabilities in cancer and molecular mechanisms of drug resistance with an emphasis on lung cancer therapeutics (https://medicine.yale.edu/bbs/people/frederick_wilson-1.profile). The lab leverages genome-scale CRISPR-based functional genomic screening platforms to identify genetic cancer vulnerabilities and to dissect resistance mechanisms in relevant cancer cell models. The lab also applies DNA- and RNA-based next-generation sequencing technologies to identify candidate driver gene alterations and other potentially actionable genomic features from patient tumor specimens. Mechanistic studies are then leveraged in cell model systems to assess the functional impact of identified genetic alterations. A major priority is to translate laboratory findings into therapeutic strategies for patients with advanced lung and other cancers.

Mentoring:

A central emphasis in the laboratory is to provide scientific mentorship through regular meetings with the principal investigator and opportunities for professional development in a supportive and collaborative environment. The postgraduate will meet at least weekly with the principal investigator to discuss research progress as well as professional goals and career planning. The laboratory environment will offer scientific mentorship and a research experience ideal for candidates planning a career in medicine and/or biomedical research.

Training:

The postgraduate will have daily interactions with an experienced Research Associate for hands-on training in relevant laboratory methodologies and techniques including mammalian cell culture, Western immunoblotting, molecular cloning, genetic perturbation with CRISPR and RNA interference, and drug dose-response studies. An important goal is for the postgraduate to develop skills in the design and conduct of well-controlled experiments, data interpretation, critical reading of the scientific literature, and effective communication. 

Education / Qualifications:

Applicants should be highly motivated with a recent bachelor’s or master’s degree and experience in molecular biology, genetics / genomics, and/or cancer biology. Applicants should have excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience in molecular biology techniques and mammalian cell culture is preferred.  The candidate will be expected to work independently in the design and execution of experiments with guidance from the principal investigator. As projects in the laboratory are often highly collaborative, the candidate should be able to work effectively and enthusiastically in a team environment.

Candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae, a statement of research interests and career goals, and the names / contact information for three references to: frederick.wilson@yale.edu. Anticipated start date will be Summer 2024.
 
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.

Title:  

We seek enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join the Garg Lab at the Yale School of Medicine at the postgraduate level.  The lab is interested in gene regulation, specifically processes that generate cell-to-cell variation in development and cancer (www.garglab.org).  Projects in the lab are highly interdisciplinary and involve: RNA biology, bioinformatics, data science, and systems biology.  Postgraduate trainees from the lab have gone on to successful matriculation in PhD programs, MD programs, and positions in industry.  Start dates are flexible and could be commensurate with the end of the academic 2023-2024 year or other time based on fit.  Opportunities are available to contribute to ongoing projects or develop a novel line of investigation depending on the candidates’ prior experience.  Positions in the lab are ideal for those interested in driving an independent project to publication.  Responsibilities include designing, assisting with, conducting, and interpreting experiments, record-keeping, and assisting with shared organization tasks.

Education: Students will receive training in practical skills in performing laboratory experiments and quantitative data analysis, building upon their completed undergraduate coursework. 

Training:  Candidates will receive training in basic laboratory skills in cell and molecular biology, RNA biology, data analysis, and biocomputation.  Additional training will be provided in presentation and organization, including at lab and department meetings.  Previous post-grads have presented findings at international conferences relevant to their field of study. 

Mentoring:  Candidates will be primarily mentored by Dr. Salil Garg, physician-scientist in the Department of Laboratory Medicine.  The lab has a strong focus on developing independence and ownership, and in thinking deeply about scientific questions in the field.  Candidates will meet with Dr. Garg weekly (or more often as needed) with a focus on experimental design, data review, and achievement of professional goals.  Additional mentoring from senior faculty members in the department and at the Yale School of Medicine will be available through meetings, seminars, work-in-progress talks, retreats, and group meetings.

Qualifications:  Bachelors of Arts or Sciences in a related field, basic understanding of molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or equivalent related field.  Preferred qualifications:  prior experience in basic laboratory research OR computational experience using R, Python, and/or Unix. 

This post-graduate position is located in the Garg laboratory, Department of Laboratory Medicine, at the Yale School of Medicine. 

Candidates should send a CV and cover letter to salil.garg@yale.edu.  Please indicate in the subject line that you are applying for a post-graduate position.

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate in Translational Neurogenomics

Department and School: Departments of Psychiatry and Genetics, Yale University

Anticipated Appointment Dates: 1-2 years in duration with flexible start dates, as early as January 2024

Email/Website: kristen.brennand@yale.edu

Introduction of School/Department

The research group of Dr. Kristen Brennand (Departments of Psychiatry and Genetics, Yale University) is seeking a research associate. The scope of currently funded projects is broad, and scientists from any discipline with training or interest in applying stem cell models to neurogenomics are welcome to apply. Our scientific philosophy is in applying innovative and scalable methods to generate and test hypotheses, towards the goal of translating genetic data into clinically actionable information.

Overview of the Position

The Brennand laboratory is focused on deciphering the genetic causes of debilitating brain conditions such as schizophrenia, autism spectrum, and Alzheimer’s disease. We employ a functional genomics approach that integrates stem cell models and genome engineering (CRISPR) to resolve the impact of patient-specific variants across cell types, genetic backgrounds, and environmental conditions. The culture of our laboratory is inclusive and supportive; the goals of trainees are centered. Dr. Brennand is committed to increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion in science. We especially encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals with a commitment to mentoring under-represented demographics in the sciences. Visit our laboratory website for more detail.

Training: The project aims to improve our understanding of key genes that play significant roles in the development of the brain. Importantly, these genes are linked to various neurodevelopmental disorders, such as profound autism, intellectual disabilities, and epilepsy. As a postgraduate associate, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of Neuroscience. You will work closely with Dr. Novin Balafkan PhD, an experienced researcher in the field of neuroscience, gaining hands-on experience in advanced research methodologies and techniques such as stem cell models (2D and 3D) and CRISPR technology. Furthermore, you will learn to grow and transform human pluripotent stem cells into different types of neurons and non-neuronal populations. In addition, you will evaluate the consequences when the candidate genes do not function properly. Specifically, you’ll be assessing how this malfunction affects cell division, cell fate, morphology, and cellular function (e.g., neuronal activity).

Mentorship: Joining our team offers a multitude of opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will gain invaluable hands-on experience in cutting-edge research in one of the most renowned labs in the field. Your mentor is committed to providing guidance, sharing valuable knowledge, and ensuring you harness the full potential of your capabilities. We believe mentorship is not a one-size-fits-all approach; it’s a meticulous process tailored to your individual scientific aspirations and academic needs. Furthermore, our lab emphasizes the importance of mentorship, offering ample opportunities to both receive mentorship and develop your own mentoring skills. The Junior Trainee Meetings stand as a testament to our commitment to professional growth, offering a platform for rigorous scientific dialogue, networking with peers, and charting clear academic and research trajectories. Lastly, your contributions to our ongoing projects may not go unnoticed; our lab values collaboration, and as such, you stand the chance to co-author significant publications, adding merit to your academic profile.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research and experiments under the supervision of experienced researchers in the lab
• Participating in the design and execution of experiments
• Analyzing and interpreting data
• Writing and presenting findings in a clear and scientific manner
• Supervise undergraduate research assistants at Yale

Qualifications

Education/Experience: BA or BS required. Neuroscience, Genetics, or Pre-Med, background with wet and/or computational laboratory experience strongly preferred. Cell culture, molecular biology, and/or bioinformatic skills are valued.

Duration: The Postgraduate Associate position is a one-year appointment with the possibility of a one-year renewal with a salary of $36,960 and has flexible start dates. Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or master’s degree, but not doctoral degrees.

Process to Apply

Qualified applicants should send to kristen.brennand@yale.edu as a single pdf: curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications for the position, as well as their goals after graduation, and contact details for two references. The positions are available immediately and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Yale University is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate, exclude, or treat people differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. 

Kristen Brennand, PhD

Elizabeth Mears and House Jameson Professor of Psychiatry

Co-Director, Yale Science Fellows Program

Department of Psychiatry, Division of Molecular Psychiatry

Department of Genetics,

Wu Tsai Institute,

Yale University School of Medicine

Dr. Beekman Post Graduate Clinical Research Associate- Neurology Critical Care

Dr.Beekman are recruiting a research associate to head the cardiac arrest research group. We are looking for a candidate to manage a retrospective and prospective cardiac arrest registry, assist with the development and monitoring of key quality metrics, and facilitate cardiac arrest research projects.

Primary roles of the research associate will include:

• Involvement in ongoing clinical research projects, including data collection, data entry, preprocessing and computational analysis
• Opportunities for grant writing, abstract and manuscript preparation, and to present at conferences.

Research associates will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with critically ill patients in the emergency room and intensive care units and working collaboratively with the medical team. You are welcome and encouraged to attend department conferences, lectures, and rounds.

This position is for 1 year. The ideal candidates would be highly motivated, have a strong academic record, an interest in the neurosciences and be a team player. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first serve basis and strong candidates will be invited to interview.

Rachel Beekman, MD < Yale School of Medicine

Education:

Both bachelors and Master’s degree graduates are welcome to apply. The ideal candidate would be highly motivated, have a strong academic record, an interest in neurosciences and basic statistics and programming would be valuable.

Training:

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

Mentorship:

You will work closely with Dr. Beekman. Your education will include regular meetings with Dr. Beekman, clinicians and researchers in the department, and attendance at weekly lab meetings and department meetings where you will be exposed to cutting edge research. You will also participate in formal didactic instruction in neurology and neurology critical care by attending weekly conferences. This position will give you an ideal opportunity to learn clinical neuroscience research.

Candidates should send a CV to sara.jasak@yale.edu and indicate in the subject line they are applying for a post graduate position.

Dr. Sheth Post Graduate Clinical Research Associate- Neurology Critical Care

Dr. Sheth is recruiting 2-3 research associates to join his critical care research group . We are interested in all aspects of the management of patients in the neurology critical care unit,  novel biomarkers and imaging techniques for brain injury, neurologic outcome assessments, and more.

Primary roles of the research associate will include:

• Involvement in ongoing clinical research projects, including data collection, preprocessing and computational analysis.
• Opportunities for grant writing, abstract and manuscript preparation, and to present at conferences.

Research associates will gain extensive clinical experience by interacting with critically ill patients in the Neurosciences ICU and working collaboratively with the medical team. You are welcome and encouraged to attend department conferences, lectures, and rounds.

This position is for 2 years. The ideal candidates would be highly motivated, have a strong academic record, an interest in the neurosciences and a team player. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first serve basis and strong candidates will be invited to interview.

Kevin Sheth, MD < Yale School of Medicine

Education:

Both bachelors and Master’s degree graduates are welcome to apply. The ideal candidate would be highly motivated, have a strong academic record, an interest in neurosciences and basic statistics and programming would be valuable.

Training:

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

Mentorship:

You will work closely with Dr. Sheth. Your education will include regular meetings with Dr. Sheth, clinicians and researchers in the department, and attendance at weekly lab meetings and department meetings where you will be exposed to cutting edge research. You will also participate in formal didactic instruction in neurology and neurology critical care by attending weekly conferences. This position will give you an ideal opportunity to learn clinical neuroscience research.

Candidates should send a CV to sara.jasak@yale.edu and indicate in the subject line they are applying for a post graduate position.

Title of the Position: Environmental Research Technician

School: Yale School of the Environment

Appointment start date: winter/spring 2024

Contact: Professor James Saiers (james.saiers@yale.edu)

1. Introduction of School/Department
   • The successful candidate will collaborate with students, postdocs, and faculty affiliated with the Yale School of the Environment (YSE) and the Yale Center of Natural Carbon Capture (YCNCC). YSE is leading the world toward a sustainable future with cutting-edge research, teaching, and public engagement on society’s evolving and urgent environmental challenges. To learn more about YSE, read our Vision and Mission statements here.  YCNCC seeks to better understand how natural processes can be enhanced to reduce atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations to help mitigate climate change while leveraging co-benefits.  More information about YCNCC can be found here.
2. Overview of the Position
   • The Saiers Lab is seeking a postgraduate research assistant to participate in research projects on carbon removal from the atmosphere by enhanced weathering.  Among our projects is a novel watershed-scale application of silicate minerals that pull atmospheric carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as they are weathered by rainfall and snowmelt.  The primary responsibilities of this position involve activities to support the chemical analysis of streamwater, soil-water, and groundwater samples collected from the field sites where the silicate minerals are applied. 
   • As a postgraduate research assistant, you will receive the following benefits to help further your career and prepare you for your future endeavors:
     • Education: You will be eligible to audit classes of interest and attend seminars hosted by YSE and other Yale departments. Through interactions with members of your and allied research groups, you will learn about climate-change effects on ecosystems and about various approaches intended to mitigate climate change.
     • Training: You will receive comprehensive training on the use of state-of-the-art analytical instruments housed within the Yale Analytical and Stable Isotope Center that are used for the analyses of environmental samples. You will also gain expertise in standard techniques used in environmental laboratories and develop an understanding natural and anthropogenic processes that influence the chemistry (quality) of freshwaters.  There will be opportunities for fieldwork and to gain experience in procedures for the collection of stream, groundwater, and soil samples. In addition, you will learn and apply statistical and computational methods used to analyze and interpret environmental data.
     • Mentoring: You will be supervised by Professor Saiers, interact with other Yale faculty with varied interest in climate-change mitigation, and engage extensively with postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. This engagement will involve your participation in lab-group meetings and research seminars and working closely alongside more senior members of our research team. 
   • Location: Class of 1954 Environmental Science Center, 21 Sachem St, New Haven, CT 06511
   • Appointment term:  One  year with the possibility for a one-year renewal contingent on performance and availability of funding.
3. Qualifications
   • Baccalaureate degree in environmental sciences/studies, engineering, chemistry, biology, or related field.
4. Process to Apply
   • Please send a CV/resume, a brief description of your background and experiences that may be relevant to this position, and the names and contact information for two references to Professor James Saiers at  james.saiers@yale.edu
   • The deadline for application is January 31, 2024.

Full-time paid post-graduate associate training position in the Department of Neuroscience at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. The position is for 1 to 2 years

The Kuan Laboratory aims to understand how neuronal connectivity in brain circuits gives rise to cognition. We develop cutting-edge high-resolution imaging techniques to map out comprehensive circuit diagrams (connectomes) and investigate how circuit architectures support neuronal function and behavior. More information about the lab and research topics can be found at kuanlab.org.

The candidate will interact with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists in the lab, as well as with external collaborators. The primary role of the Postgraduate Associate will be to work closely with senior scientists in the lab on specific projects. The lab tasks will include a combination of methods including sample preparation, microscopy, analysis and annotation of image data, behavioral training of laboratory mice, lab presentations and active participation in meetings. Depending on the individual, a more independent, focused research project can also be defined. In addition to learning laboratory skills, managerial tasks such as ordering supplies, data processing, and management of lab records and reports, will be assigned.

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. Efforts are made to tailor the experience to the post-graduate’s goals and interests.

Training:

The candidate will receive hands-on training in lab management, electron microscopy, image processing, animal behavior, data analysis and scientific writing and presentations. Training will include both wet-lab and data analysis skills. The candidate will have opportunities to participate in manuscript preparation, attend of scientific conferences (local and national), and access resources for career development towards a future PhD and/or MD, or positions in the biotech or technology industries.

Mentorship: 

Mentorship is a priority in the lab, and trainees will have frequent formal and informal meetings with Dr. Kuan. Since the Kuan lab is new (opened Aug 2023), the candidate will be one of the first few hires in the lab, and thus will play a vital role in the setup and growth of the lab. Thus, the candidate will have ample opportunities to meet with Dr. Kuan to discuss scientific topics and career development. The candidate will also have opportunities to present at lab meetings, and attend scientific meetings and conferences. Mentoring will include discussion of recent papers from the primary literature as well as discussions about career options in the life sciences, medicine, or technology. 

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, or those who plan to work in the biotech or technology industries. 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. Prior experience with lab-based research and/or programming and data analysis is desired. However, candidates with other backgrounds will also be considered.

Location:

The Postgraduate Associate will be based in the Neuroscience Department of the Yale School of Medicine at 100 College Street, New Haven, CT.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in science or engineering is required. Prior laboratory experience is strongly preferred.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Aaron Kuan, PhD (aaron.kuan@yale.edu) with the Subject line: “Post-graduate position in the Kuan Lab” and include a copy of their CV. Please also include a brief description of career goals and proposed start/end date, and optionally, highlight relevant experience. Yale University is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its faculty, students, and staff.

Yale School of Medicine, Obstetrics/Maternal-Fetal Medicine Postgraduate Research Associate

Paid, full-time position, starting February 2024

This is a one-year position to work on a pregnancy-related clinical research study in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Reproductive Sciences, Section of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. The associate will be expected to assist with the successful execution of a grant-sponsored randomized clinical trial at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT. Responsibilities include patient recruitment, medical record review and extraction, biospecimen collection and processing, and reporting to research team.

Background research experience is preferred, but not required. Mentoring will be provided as needed for learning about clinical trial/study requirements, data collection and analysis, and manuscript preparation. Training will be provided in the conduct of clinical trials, regulatory management (IRB), research design and methodology, data management, biospecimen collection, patient interactions including study consent and medical history, data collection, and medical record abstraction. This research involves the use of human biospecimens, including blood, therefore Human Subjects and HIPAA training is provided. The postgraduate research associate will receive direct, daily or weekly mentoring and training from Dr. Molly McAdow (PI). Additional mentorship will be provided in a manner tailored to the individual’s long-term career goals.

The following are requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Ability to communicate through both verbal and written expression.
• Work and schedule flexibility to meet the needs of the position which is based on physician/patient availability.
• Ability to work as part of a team and promote a strong communicative environment.  Highly developed organizational skills and ability to multi-task without losing focus.
• Bachelor’s Degree

This is an ideal position for someone who is recently graduated from college and is interested in gaining experience in clinical research prior to applying for medical or graduate school. Bilingual, Spanish is a plus.

Please send your curriculum vitae, 2-3 names and contact information for references, and a short description of your interests, work experience, and research background to Jessica Leventhal, DNP, APRN at Jessica.leventhal@yale.edu. 

Title of the Position: Postgraduate Associate

Department and School: Neurology (Yale Comprehensive Epilepsy Center); Yale School of Medicine

Anticipated Appointment Dates: Scheduled on a rolling basis.

Email/Website: Margaret.gopaul@yale.edu; https://www.ynhh.org/services/neurology-neurosurgery/conditions/epilepsy

Introduction of School/Department:

The Yale Department of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine’s mission is to enhance understanding and improve the lives of patients with neurological disorders through research and clinical care. Our vision is to lead in neurological research, education, and patient care, fostering an environment of innovation and diversity. Postgraduates can expect to benefit from interdisciplinary collaborations, research opportunities, extensive clinical exposure, mentorship, and a strong commitment to diversity, making it an ideal place to develop their careers in clinical neurology and research (clinical trials).

Overview of the Position:

Education:

• For visiting students at the School of Medicine, the training received will relate to the degree program at your home institution in the following ways:
  • Relevant participation in ongoing clinical research projects in neurology (epilepsy), including screening, recruiting, and data collection.
  • Engage in abstract and manuscript preparation and opportunities for conference presentations.
  • Gain valuable clinical experience by interacting with patients in the Neurosciences unit and working collaboratively with the medical team.
  • Attend department conferences, lectures, and rounds in the neurology department.

Training:

• Focus on ongoing clinical research projects involving screening and recruiting subjects for studies, data collection, and management.
• Opportunities for abstract and manuscript preparation, as well as presenting at conferences.
• Acquire extensive clinical experience and gain exposure to clinical and research aspects of epilepsy/neurology.

Mentorship:

• Work with Dr. Hirsch and colleagues, gaining guidance from experienced clinicians and researchers in the neurology department.
• Regular meetings with Dr. Hirsch and participation in weekly lab meetings, department meetings, and conferences.
• Access to formal didactic instruction in neurology and epilepsy through weekly conferences.

Location: Training will be at the Yale Comprehensive Epilepsy Center

Appointment Duration: One-year appointments with the possibility of a one-year renewal.  Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s graduates in biological/neurosciences or related fields.
• Prior research experience is a plus but not mandatory.
• Highly motivated individuals with a strong academic background and interest in clinical research.
• Interest in neurology/epilepsy and basic statistics are beneficial.

Process to Apply:

• Deadline to apply for this position: Rolling basis.
• Interested candidates should e-mail their applications to Margaret.gopaul@yale.edu with “Postgraduate Position Application – Yale Neurology/Epilepsy” in the subject line.
• The application should include: (1) CV; (2) a one-page description of research interests; (3) contact information for 3 referees.

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 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