Laboratory Technician III

Dartmouth College; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 26,174 - 29,962; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Lebanon, NH is seeking a Laboratory Technician III to support interdisciplinary projects requiring molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics expertise. The role involves planning and performing experiments, basic cell culture, assays, recombinant DNA techniques, and maintaining lab records.

This part-time, on-site position (20 hours/week) is grant-funded with continuation based on available funds and requires careful data recording, safety compliance, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Proficiency with knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry and genetics.
• Ability to perform basic cell culture, assays, and recombinant DNA techniques.
• Strong record-keeping and lab safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specified laboratory experiments using established methods, including genome-wide expression analysis and cell biology techniques.
• Prepare equipment and instrumentation for experiments.
• Adhere to quality control policies to ensure data reliability.
• Observe and document experiments, troubleshoot as needed, and communicate findings to the PI.
• Maintain lab notebook and inventory records, assist with stock management and safety compliance.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Genetics

Cell culture

Data analysis

Laboratory safety

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

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Position Information

Posting date 05/21/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1129405

Position Title

Position Title Laboratory Technician III

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $19.00

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $21.75

Union Type

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Part Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 20

Schedule

TBD

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH
DHMC
WTRB 3

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

If yes, length of term in months. na

Is this a grant funded position?

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.

Description

• 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

• 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.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

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