Research Assistant 1 HSS

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Overview The Research Assistant will assist in the coordination of clinical trials.  Administers neuro-psychological testing, standard cognitive tests, and questionnaires to patients with Alzheimer’s Disease, other cognitive disorders, and healthy control subjects.  Recruits study participants.  Compiles and maintains case report forms and other research records. Provides sponsors with requested information including query resolution. Performs vital signs, phlebotomy, and electrocardiograms on research subjects. Packs laboratory specimens for shipment. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and supplies. Assists in the preparation of protocols, protocol renewals, amendments and all related documentation and materials for submission to the Human Investigation Committee. Enters and modifies data in computerized database. Assists in writing and editing material for publication and presentation.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to clearly communicate with individuals with cognitive impairment.  Sensitivity to and patience with elderly subjects.
2. Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and ability with databases.  Self-motivated with good organizational skills, and strong attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Ability to pack laboratory specimens for shipment.
4. Willingness to be trained to perform vital signs, phlebotomy, and electrocardiograms on research subjects. 
5. Ability to work as a team member.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neurobiology, Biology, or another related field; Solid foundation and understanding of (Neuro) scientific principles.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Researches and collects data through site or home visit intakes; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for designated research assignments. 2. Records and compiles information related to research data. Codes data accordingly to research specifications. Uses a computer terminal to input and retrieve data and to generate reports. 3. Processes and summarizes data using scientific or statistical techniques. Assists in data interpretation and analyses. Reports on status of research activities. 4. Recruits study participants and ensures that subject recruitment and follow-up are completed per protocol procedures. 5. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May assist in designing, developing, and modifying research experiments, procedures, or survey instruments. May assist research and support staff. 6. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.

Required Education and Experience Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Job Posting Date

05/19/2026

Job Category

Technician

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade C

Compensation Grade Profile

Hourly Range

$28.43

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Temporary / Casual (Fixed Term)

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.

Posting Disclaimer

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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

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