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:  Prior experience in clinical trials with demonstrated ability to assess inclusion/exclusion criteria, familiarity with the consenting process, good interpersonal skills to allow for successful relationships with participants. Prior conduct of multicenter clinical trials would aid with integration into the clinical research infrastructure for this position.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Demonstrated experience with use of electronic medical records for research including the ability to screen potential participants for eligibility as well as extract data needed for study purposes.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Demonstrated experience in and ability to critically evaluate patient information to meet eligibility requirements.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Demonstrated excellence in time management, organizational skills and attention to details. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and also take initiative and work independently.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Familiarity with IRB processes including the ability to develop and attain approval HIC/IRB approval of proposed trials and maintenance of ethical approvals/certification.

Preferred Education:  Phlebotomy certification preferable; Bilingual in Spanish and English; Prior experience with data collection and database management.

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

Posting Position Title:  Research Associate 2, HSS

University Job Title:  Research Associate 2, HSS

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Phlebotomy certification preferable; Bilingual in Spanish and English; Prior experience with data collection and database management.

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

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