What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician III position at Dartmouth College?
Position Purpose
This motivated, key contributor will work in an interdisciplinary environment to plan and perform experiments requiring knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics. The position requires the ability to set up and conduct experiments that may include, but are not limited to, assays and analyses, basic cell culture work and treatment response time courses, and recombinant DNA technology. This member of the lab will also be expected to assist with basic lab maintenance activities such as researching and restocking supplies, assisting with cell culture stock maintenance, maintaining orderly records of lab inventory, etc. Proficiency with computer software and computer use is necessary.
Description
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
Two – three years of relevant lab experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, cell biology or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with molecular biology and cell culture methods, procedures and techniques.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Tammara Wood and Jamie Ibey
Department Contact Phone Number
646-7080
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Tammara Wood, Sr. Research Scientist
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all.
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
This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.
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
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
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
Description
Experiments
- Conducts specified laboratory experiments/tests, utilizing a range of established methods, procedures, and techniques, e.g., genome-wide expression analysis, molecular biology and cell biology techniques.
- Accomplishes necessary preparation of equipment and instrumentation for experiments.
- Adheres to established quality control policies and procedures to guarantee the reliability of data.
- Observes experiments while in progress, records observations, and trouble shoots as necessary.
- Reconciles results that are disparate from anticipated findings, re-runs techniques as necessary.
- Notifies principal investigator of problems associated with experiments, measurements, or analyses and suggests changes to methods, procedures, or techniques as appropriate.
- Maintains laboratory notebook, recording tasks performed.
- Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.
Percentage Of Time
50
Description
Records
- Collects and analyzes data resulting from experiments and presents findings to Principal Investigator.
- Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc.
- Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by preparing graphs, tables, and charts.
- Conducts literature searches to develop insights into the significance of experimental results and to acquire information on new or improved methods, procedures and techniques.
Percentage Of Time
20
Description
Laboratory
- Maintains day-to-day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
- E.g., washing dishes, restocking, keeping inventory, organizing freezers/fridges, cleaning spaces, maintaining cell culture room, autoclave waste, etc.
- Checks, calibrates and maintains equipment in working order, performing preventative maintenance at prescribed intervals.
- Maintains records associated with laboratory activities, both digital and print.
- Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.
- Commitment to maintaining laboratory safety, adhering to Dartmouth EHS regulations, and good documentation practices.
Percentage Of Time
20
Description
Miscellaneous
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and positive working relationship with staff at all levels, co-workers and students.
- Self-motivated and proactively engages with team members and contributes to a supportive laboratory environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
10
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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
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Performs other duties as assigned
Salary : $19 - $22