Laboratory Technician II

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 03/17/2025 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129270 Position Title Laboratory Technician II Department this Position Reports to Biological Sciences Hiring Range Minimum $18.00/hr. Hiring Range Maximum $20.00/hr. Union Type Not a Union Position SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule

Starting in 05/2025, onwards

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. NA Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

To perform routine experiments and laboratory duties in support of research efforts by the Ghosh laboratory.

Description

The technician will join a research team ( ) interested in learning more about how nervous systems work. The team uses genetic, cell biological, and behavioral approaches to study how a nematode roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans responds to environmental stimuli (for example, see Ghosh et al., Science 2...-1063).

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in biology or similar; some experience in a research laboratory
• Familiarity with laboratory practices, including methods, procedures, and techniques, as well as handling equipment and instruments.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Willingness to work with/be exposed to hazardous materials such as radioactive materials, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed coursework in biology, genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, etc.; general laboratory experience, including with molecular cloning, C. elegans and/or tissue culture, etc.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Dipon Ghosh Department Contact Phone Number ... Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dipon Ghosh Department Contact's Phone Number ... Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

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Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Experiments

• Performs routine experiments required in support of laboratory's research efforts.
• Follows established safety procedures.

Percentage Of Time 60 Description

Records

• Maintains laboratory records of procedures.
• May assist in preparing laboratory reports.
• Records experimental data from research using graphs, logs, charts and statistical summaries.
• May perform limited library research and reference work for background materials.

Percentage Of Time 10 Description

Laboratory

• Maintains stock of biomedical and other supplies.
• Requisitions laboratory stock items and equipment.
• Performs general laboratory maintenance as required.

Percentage Of Time 25 Description

Miscellaneous

• Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 5

• -- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

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