1. Carries out research within the scope of the established study protocol. Adheres to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and the federal government that pertain to research studies. 2. Develops criteria for admission of study subjects based on goals and objectives of project. 3. Determines potential sources of funding and prospective partnerships. 4. Evaluates feasibility of accepting potential projects through analysis of staffing needs, resource requirements, financial costs, and current planned capacity of group. Negotiates contracts and/or changes with funder. 5. Develops original HIC/IRB submissions.  Based on knowledge of science and research goals, collaborates with PIs on major revisions and contributes to scientific protocols.  Plans and implements changes. 6. Develops forms, questionnaires and the application of research techniques; writes procedures manuals for data collection and coding. 7. Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data.  Ensures that report forms are accurately documented and completed in a timely manner at each site location. 8. Works independently to develop manage and organize multi site studies.  Serves as primary coordinator between University, non-Yale collaborators, pharmaceutical companies, HIC, IRB and funding sources. 9. Performs descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software. 10. Designs and implements quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data. 11. Contributes in-depth, original thought and relevance to written reports and to the writing of abstracts and manuscripts.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Ability to form professional, supportive relationship with individuals who are depressed and anxious.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Ability to reliably rate symptoms of individuals who have major depression and related disorders.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Strong skills at interviewing persons with mental illness.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Ability to understand and adhere to scientific protocols and procedures.

Preferred Education:  M.A. in social work or clinical psychology or other clinical area related to psychiatry.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Research Associate 2, HSS

University Job Title:  Research Associate 2

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  M.A. in social work or clinical psychology or other clinical area related to psychiatry.

Master's Degree in a related discipline and two years of demonstrated experience or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

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