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Yale School of Nursing Biobehavioral Lab RA
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Job ID 37818
Employer Nursing, Yale School of
Employer Type On Campus
Category Research
Job Type On-Campus Jobs
Job Description

Overview:

The Yale School of Nursing’s Biobehavioral and Translational Research Laboratory (BBL) is a state-of-the-art research facility supporting interdisciplinary studies that bridge biology and behavior to improve health outcomes. The BBL houses specialized facilities including a sleep laboratory, bioassessment and exam rooms, behavioral observation suites, and biomarker processing areas.

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Yale undergraduate or graduate students for part-time research assistant (RA) positions to support ongoing and upcoming research studies. These studies span diverse populations and topics such as sleep health, climate change, stress physiology, chronic disease, cardiopulmonary function, and biobehavioral intervention trials.

This position provides hands-on experience in translational research, exposure to clinical and laboratory methods, and opportunities to collaborate directly with investigators, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical research teams from across campus, including Yale School of Medicine. The lab is located at 400 West Campus Drive, West Haven, CT (Yale West Campus) with free parking and shuttle access from the main campus.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with participant scheduling, data collection, and study visit coordination for ongoing research protocols.
  • Conduct data entry, quality assurance, and documentation in REDCap, Excel, or OnCore systems.
  • Prepare research materials and maintain supply inventories.
  • Support sleep and behavioral assessments, including polysomnography (PSG) setup assistance, actigraphy monitoring, and video observation recording.
  • Participate in routine lab operations, including equipment maintenance, environmental safety checks, and EHS compliance documentation.
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with IRB, HIPAA, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
  • Complete assigned lab safety and Yale EHS trainings. 

Training Provided:

All RAs will complete Yale-mandated laboratory safety and human subjects research trainings, including:

  • Laboratory Chemical Safety, Bloodborne Pathogens, Biological Safety I & II
  • Good Clinical Practice (CITI)
  • HIPAA and Human Subjects Protection
  • CPR

 
Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Current Yale University undergraduate or graduate student (Nursing, Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related field preferred).
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to maintain professionalism with participants and research personnel.
  • Willingness to complete required Yale Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and CITI/GCP trainings prior to lab access.
  • CPR training (will provide, if needed)
  • Flexible schedule required; weekly hours will vary depending on study needs and cannot be guaranteed.; some evenings/weekends depending on study needs).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior research experience, particularly with human subjects or biospecimen handling.
  • Familiarity with REDCap or OnCore data systems.
  • Coursework or experience in human physiology, behavioral science, or lab-based research methods.

 
Compensation $17.50/hour
Job Level CY25: Level II
Hours 6.0 to 12.0 hours per week
Primary Contact Sarah Linsky
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