Laboratory Technician (Trace Elements).

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Laboratory Technician for their Trace Element Analysis Lab. The role involves sample preparation, managing student workers, and assisting in environmental analysis. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and prior lab experience, looking to grow skills in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience in lab and chemistry coursework is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental and biological samples for analysis.
• Manage and train undergraduate student workers.
• Update sample protocols and verify manifests.

Skills

General chemistry coursework

Prior lab experience

Education

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

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Position Details
Position Information

Posting date 06/20/2025

Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1128494

Position Title Laboratory Technician (Trace Elements)

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 Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Location of Position
Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. N/A

Is this a grant funded position? Yes

Position Purpose
Under supervision, this position will prepare environmental and biological samples for analysis. Responsibilities include updating sample queue, verifying sample manifests, following sample preparation protocols, sample disposal, and managing undergraduate student workers.

Description
Curious about Environmental contamination? How to measure it in air, water, and soil, and assess human exposure? Looking to grow your lab skills? The Trace Element Analysis Lab is an established lab serving the Dartmouth research community and other academic institutions across the US. This position would be a good fit for someone looking to build and grow their lab and instrumentation skills in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• General chemistry coursework
• Prior lab experience
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Significant coursework in chemistry
• Management experience
  
  
  

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Alicea Bursey

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-5221

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dr. Brian Jackson

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-5221

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? Preferred, but not required

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
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79413

Key Accountabilities

Description
Laboratory:

• Prepares samples for analysis.
• Updates protocols as new sample types are acquired.
  
  
  

Percentage Of Time 80%

Management:

• Manages and trains undergraduate student workers.
• Assigns daily tasks based on the sample queue.
  
  
  

Percentage Of Time 20%

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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