Laboratory Technician III - Lacefield Lab
Dartmouth College

Job Info

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Posting date:

11/27/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

1129153

Position Title:

Laboratory Technician III - Lacefield Lab

Department this Position Reports to:

Soni Lacefield

Hiring Range Minimum:

$19.00/hr

Hiring Range Maximum:

$21.75/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:

The hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, but with flexibility for lab experiment schedules and for the individual's life commitments (other schedules can be discussed). Work time will not exceed 40 hours per week.

Location of Position:

Hanover, NH
Remsen Building,

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?:

Yes

Position Purpose:

To be a member of a dynamic biomedical research lab, conducting experiments to address a range of topics concerning meiotic and mitotic cell cycle regulation. Experiments will use established methods, procedures, and techniques in support of research studies. Experimental techniques include budding yeast strain construction, microscopy, and biochemical techniques. In addition, help with day-to-day laboratory maintenance.

Description:

Our lab seeks an energetic individual to help us drive our research forward. We are cell biologists who study the cell division processes of meiosis and mitosis. We use budding yeast cells for much of our work, using live-cell microscopy for timing of cell cycle stages and monitoring chromosome segregation. We engineer mutations within budding yeast strains and perform analyses using different biochemical, genetic, and molecular assays. An interest in either live-cell microscopy or genetics is strongly desired for this position. The successful applicant would work on their own research project in addition to maintaining the laboratory. We encourage applications from recent college graduates as well as those with post-baccalaureate training in genetics, biochemistry, cell or molecular biology. Extensive experience is not required, but a willingness and motivation to learn is essential.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in Biological or Biochemical Sciences or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant laboratory or science experience.
• Competence in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments, e.g. knowledge of microscopy would be helpful.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and good organizational and time management 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.
• Strong commitment to a diverse working environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in Biological or Biochemical Sciences or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experienced in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments, e.g. knowledge of microscopy.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:

Emily Clough

Department Contact Phone Number:

603-646-5186

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:

Soni Lacefield

Department Contact's Phone Number:

603-646-5186

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:

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

Additional Instructions:

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.

Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/76783

Description:

• Conducts specified laboratory experiments/tests, utilizing a range of established methods, procedures, and techniques; e.g., PCR, strain construction, live cell fluorescence microscopy, immunoblotting and molecular biology. The ability to conduct given experimental procedures is essential to this position.
• Accomplishes necessary preparations to include equipment and instrumentation set-up, specimen preparation, etc.
• Observes experiments/tests while in progress; records observations; 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
• Collects and analyzes data resulting from experimentation/testing and presents to the Principal Investigator.
• Prepares appropriate and understandable representation of data such as graphs, charts, tables, and statistical summaries.
• Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by preparing data for figures.
• 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:

60

Description:

• Accomplishes day-to-day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
• Orders and maintains stocks of laboratory supplies, as needed.
• 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:

35

Description:

• Demonstrates a motivation to make full use of work time to drive the experimental and laboratory maintenances aspects of the positions.
• Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

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