Research Associate

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Overview

Carries out research assignments for a large or multi-faceted research project. Performs independent research, experiments, and laboratory techniques. Responsible for the daily operation of a specialized laboratory within a department, and related data analysis for research projects.

The Kaufman laboratory has a long history of investigating the evolution of immunity, focusing mainly on the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) along with related systems (TCR, NKR, complement), and primarily in chickens among a wide range of organisms (Tasmanian devils, rabbits, bats, passerine birds). The lab has always used a range of techniques from genes, genetics and genomics, to molecular biology, biochemistry and structural biology, to cellular immunology, whole animal experiments and now population biology.

After decades in Europe and the United Kingdom, a new lab is being set up in the renowned Department of Immunobiology at Yale University. This first position will be involved in helping to set up and then manage this new laboratory as the group grows, as well as carrying out research under the supervision of the PI. Among the techniques to be used will cell culture, biochemistry, molecular biology and flow cytometry, with new approaches adopted as appropriate. In addition to projects in non-mammalian vertebrates, the lab intends to investigate genes, molecules and cells in humans and mice, including taking advantage of the transgenic mouse models of human disease for which the Department of Immunobiology is so well known.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to recommend the design and implementation of procedures and protocols under the direction of a higher-level authority.

2. Ability to Analyze, develop and interpret scientific results. Maintains clear documentation of results. Prepares scientific reports and papers for research proposals and published reports.

3. Organizational Skills: Ensures data results are compiled, analyzed, and presented properly.

4. Independent Research: Performs independent research and laboratory techniques and participates in experimental research planning.

5. Team Collaboration: Ability to Coordinate with internal contacts including the PI, research assistants, graduate students, Radiation Safety and Biological Safety officers, and Animal Care personnel to discuss and evaluate research results and to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory. Ability to Interact with external contacts such as researchers at other institutions, staff at biotechnology and reagents companies to consult on research methods and to keep abreast of product information and developments.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Advanced Education: Master's degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biological Science or another directly related scientific field
2. Specialized Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience working in a biology research lab.

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Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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