Laboratory Aide

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Laboratory Aide to perform routine lab duties in support of embryogenesis research. The role includes making apple juice plates, maintaining fruit fly stocks, and aiding senior lab members with experiments.

Enrolled high school students with strong science performance are encouraged to apply. This temporary, part-time position is in Hanover, NH, and involves handling biohazardous materials and maintaining accurate records under supervision.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in High School with strong science coursework.
• Familiarity with lab work and equipment; able to follow directions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail; well organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepares simple samples and media as specified for use by others for laboratory work and experiments.
• Assist other senior members in the lab with research.
• Opportunity to work on a research project under guidance of the principal investigator or other senior lab members.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Independent work

Education

Enrolled in High School

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Position Title Laboratory Aide

Position Number 0000000

Hiring Range Minimum $17.00

Hiring Range Maximum $17.50

Location of Position Hanover, NH
Life Sciences Center, Room 312

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Position Purpose We are seeking a laboratory aide to perform routine laboratory duties in support of our scientific program studying the principle of tissue organization in embryogenesis. The post holder will assist in routine laboratory duties (e.g. making apple juice plates and maintaining fruit fly stock lines) and assist other senior members in the lab with research.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in High School.
• Strong academic performance in science courses.
• Completion of relevant coursework or demonstrated interest in scientific research.
• Familiarity with laboratory work and laboratory equipment.
• Good hand eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Well organized and ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment.
• May be exposed to the hazards of handling bio-hazardous materials and to the possibility of cuts and burns.
• Ability to keep accurate records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory is highly desirable.

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Employment Category Temporary Part time

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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.

• Prepares simple samples and media as specified for use by others for laboratory work and experiments.
• Assist other senior members in the lab with research.
• The post holder will have the opportunity to work in a research project under the guidance of the principle investigator or other senior members in the lab

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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