Laboratory Technician III

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Laboratory Technician III in Lebanon, NH, to plan and perform experiments spanning molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology. The role requires setting up assays, maintaining lab records, and assisting with stock management in a grant-funded environment.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree plus 2–3 years of relevant lab experience, with proficiency in basic cell culture and recombinant DNA techniques.

Qualifications

• Two–three years of relevant lab experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, cell biology or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree plus 2–3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts specified laboratory experiments/tests, using established methods and techniques such as genome-wide expression analysis, molecular biology and cell biology techniques.
• Accomplishes preparation of equipment and instrumentation for experiments.
• Observes experiments, records observations, and troubleshoots as necessary.
• Reconciles results, re-runs techniques as needed and notifies PI of issues.
• Maintains lab notebook and lab safety compliance including waste disposal.
• Collects and analyzes data, presents findings to Principal Investigator.
• Prepares data representations (graphs, charts, tables) and contributes to manuscripts.
• Maintains day-to-day lab care, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
• Establishes communication with staff and shows proactive collaboration.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Genetics

Cell biology

Immunology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Date: 05/21/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 1129405

Position Title: Laboratory Technician III

Hiring Range Minimum: $19.00

Hiring Range Maximum: $21.75

Union Type: Not a Union Position

SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Part Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 20

Schedule: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: TBD

Location of Position: Lebanon, NH DHMC WTRB 3

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: 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.

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: Jamie Ibey

Department Contact Phone Number: 603-646-7080

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Jamie Ibey, Operations Director

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: Not An Essential Function

Special Instructions To Applicants: 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?: 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

Quick Link: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85798

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

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

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

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

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned.