Ronit Kaufman
About Ronit Kaufman
Ronit Kaufman serves as a Lecturer in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at Yale University, where he oversees a team of Teaching Fellows and engages over 350 non-STEM students in biological topics. He has an extensive academic background, including a PhD from Yale and previous research roles at Brandeis University and NorthShore University HealthSystem.
Current Role at Yale University
Ronit Kaufman serves as a Lecturer in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at Yale University. In this role, Kaufman oversees a team of 23 Teaching Fellows who are responsible for more than 350 non-STEM students interested in biological topics. Kaufman plays a key role in designing and facilitating weekly discussion sections for the MCDB105 curriculum. Additionally, Kaufman facilitates a unique discussion section called 'Experience Science,' where students engage with campus resources such as the Peabody Museum and Cushing Center.
Education and Academic Background
Ronit Kaufman completed a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology and Environmental Studies at Brandeis University from 2007 to 2011. Kaufman then pursued advanced studies at Yale University, where a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Genetics was achieved from 2011 to 2014. Kaufman continued at Yale to earn a PhD in Genetics, completing the program in 2019. This extensive educational background laid the foundation for Kaufman's expertise in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology.
Previous Research Experience
Prior to current academic roles, Ronit Kaufman gained research experience at several institutions. Kaufman worked as a Research Assistant at NorthShore University HealthSystem for two months in 2009. Subsequently, Kaufman served as a Research Assistant at Brandeis University from 2010 to 2011. Kaufman also held a position as a PhD Candidate at Yale University School of Medicine from 2011 to 2019, contributing to various research initiatives during this time.
Teaching and Fellowship Roles
Ronit Kaufman has held multiple teaching and fellowship positions at Yale University. Kaufman was a Graduate Teaching Fellow for the MCDB105 course from 2013 to 2014, where responsibilities included supporting the curriculum. Additionally, Kaufman worked as a Fellow for the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL) from 2017 to 2018. At Brandeis University, Kaufman was recognized as a Roosevelt Fellow from 2010 to 2011, further enhancing teaching and leadership skills.
Engagement in Educational Initiatives
Ronit Kaufman has actively engaged in educational initiatives beyond the classroom. In February 2019, Kaufman organized small group visits to the AAAS conference and Senator Blumenthal’s office in Washington, DC. In 2020, Kaufman coordinated a visit to Seattle and NOAA as part of course activities, providing students with opportunities to connect theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.