Research Associate/Lab Manager: The Gelernter Research Group at Yale Psychiatry’s Division of Human Genetics, led by Dr. Joseph Deak, is seeking a dedicated Research Associate or Lab Manager. This role focuses on research related to substance use disorders (SUDs), psychiatric conditions, and various lifestyle and behavioral traits affecting human health. The selected candidate will work with large datasets from biobanks such as the Million Veteran Program (MVP), Psychiatric Genomics Consortium (PGC-SUD), UK Biobank, and 23andMe. This collaborative position offers opportunities for lead authorship on manuscripts, career development, and a chance to contribute to innovative genetic research.
Location: Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
Designation:
Research Associate/Lab Manager
Research Area:
Human Genetics, Substance Use Disorders, Psychiatric Genomics, Large-Scale Data Analysis
Eligibility/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Proficiency in software and programming packages such as R and Python
- Experience in managing and organizing large datasets
- Knowledge of statistical methods and approaches
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with local, national, and international teams
Job Description:
- Work on genetically-informed studies of substance use disorders and psychiatric conditions using large biobanks and datasets
- Collaborate within a dynamic research division alongside postdocs, research staff, and faculty
- Opportunity for lead authorship on research papers and career development
- Attend conferences and present research, with support for travel and participation if desired
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a CV, cover letter, and contact information for up to three references to Dr. Joseph Deak at Joseph.Deak@Yale.edu.
Last Date to Apply:
Applications are accepted until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.
