Dartmouth College Hiring for Research Assistant I at Hanover, NH Full Time

Posting date:

03/01/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

1128792

Position Title:

Research Assistant I

Department this Position Reports to:

Biological Sciences

Hiring Range Minimum:

$20.00/hr

Hiring Range Maximum:

$23.00/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

Location of Position:

Hanover, NH 03755

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 set up and conduct laboratory tests and experiments in support of Dr. Amodeo’s research studies by applying established methods, procedures, and techniques in genetics, biochemistry, and quantitative imaging.

Required Qualifications – Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors plus 2-3 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications – Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in one of the Biological Sciences or the equivalent.
• Two years of relevant laboratory/research experience.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Competence in basic molecular biology methods, procedures and techniques and equipment such as Western blotting, PCR, and microscopy.
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and curiosity about basic cell biological questions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Solid quantitative reasoning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work with Drosophila.
• Experience with Matlab, ImageJ, Arivis, Excel, R or similar.
• The ideal candidate is one who seeks professional development as a scientist and is therefore interested in reading the current scientific literature and conducting an independent research project. She/he will take ownership of her/his project and work semi-autonomously under the guidance of the PI and other group members.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:

Amanda Amodeo

Department Contact Phone Number:

603-646-9926

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:

Amanda Amodeo

Department Contact’s Phone Number:

603-646-9926

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.

Background Check:

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.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72698

Description:

Experiments

• Conducts experiments by applying established methods and procedures.
• Sets up and assists with research protocols and experiments under the general guidance of the principal investigators and other senior investigators in the laboratory; may have primary responsibility for independently setting up, performing and troubleshooting, less complex experiments.
• Observes experimental results in progress and maintains written records of activities and observations; applies past experience and precedents to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Anticipates unexpected findings and assists in trouble-shoots techniques.
• Reconciles results that are disparate from anticipated findings and re-runs techniques as necessary.
• Reports experimental results to the principal investigator and other senior laboratory personnel and assists in their analysis.
• Collaborates with the Principal Investigator in investigating and developing modifications to techniques and documents all new techniques developed in the laboratory.
• Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

Percentage Of Time:

80%

Description:

Records

• Collects and analyzes data resulting from experimentation/testing.
• Summarizes results and prepares progress reports for oral presentation at laboratory meetings.
• Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc.
• Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by drafting portions of the text, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.
• Conducts literature searches to assist in establishing new laboratory techniques.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Description:

Laboratory

• Accomplishes day-to-day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
• Assess the need for and orders all supplies and reagents needed for experiments.
• Assists in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and safety records, and in the preparation of routine reagents.
• Monitors laboratory equipment and instrument performance; obtains maintenance and repair as necessary.
• Maintains computerized records associated with laboratory activities.
• Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

Description:

Miscellaneous

• Assist in the maintenance of transgenic Drosophila stock collection.
• Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.