Research Assistant I

Dartmouth College; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Research Assistant I to support the Malaney laboratory in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. The role focuses on RNA-binding proteins and their role in cellular homeostasis and cancer, contributing to experimental setup and data collection in a grant-funded lab.

Required at least a Bachelor’s in biology with 2–3 years of lab experience; candidates must be willing to handle hazardous materials and work a 40-hour week, with some flexibility for evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of relevant laboratory/research experience.
• Competence with laboratory methods, equipment, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments using established methods and procedures.
• Set up and assist with research protocols under supervision.
• Record observations and troubleshoot issues; maintain notebooks.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and senior staff on experiments.
• Maintain laboratory safety, inventory, and data records.

Skills

Laboratory methods

Independent work

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2–3 years lab/research experience

Job description

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

Posting date 07/10/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1129378

Position Title

Position Title Research Assistant I

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $20.00

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $23.00

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 Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with flexibility for the occasional evening or weekend as driven by the needs of the lab.

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH

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. N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? Yes

Position Purpose

Seeking a Research Assistant I to support the laboratory of Dr. Prerna Malaney (Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and Dartmouth Cancer Center). The Malaney lab focuses on the role that RNA -binding proteins play in maintaining cellular homeostasis and how these processes go awry in diseases such as cancer.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

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

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in one of the Biological Sciences or the equivalent.
• Two years of relevant laboratory/ research experience.
• Competence in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments,
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgment.
• 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.
• Knowledge of standard computer software packages for data analysis and presentation, and on-line literature search engines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with surgical procedures.
• Experience with Dartmouth systems.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries [e-mail]

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-5221

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact's Phone Number

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.

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?

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

• Conducts experiments by applying established methods and procedures.
• Sets up and assists with research protocols and experiments under the general guidance of the principal investigators and other senior investigators in the laboratory; may have primary responsibility for independently setting up, performing and trouble shooting less complex experiments.
• Observes experimental results in progress and maintains written records of activities and observations; applies past experience and precedents to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Anticipates unexpected findings and assists in trouble-shoots techniques.
• Reconciles results that are disparate from anticipated findings; re-runs techniques as necessary.
• Reports experimental results to the principal investigator and other senior laboratory personnel and assists in their analysis.
• Collaborates with the Principal Investigator in investigating and developing modifications to techniques and documents all new techniques developed in the laboratory.
• Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 50%

Description

Records

• Collects and analyzes data resulting from experimentation/testing.
• Summarizes results and prepares progress reports for oral presentation at laboratory meetings.
• Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc.
• Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by drafting portions of the text, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.
• Conducts literature searches to assist in establishing new laboratory techniques.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 20%

Description

Laboratory

• Accomplishes day-to-day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
• Assess the need for and orders all supplies and reagents needed for experiments.
• Assists in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and safety records, and in the preparation of routine reagents.
• 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.
• May assist in the maintenance of transgenic mouse colonies including weighing of animals, setting up pairs of animals for mating, and entering data into computerized data bases.
• May assist in surgical procedures.
• Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 30%

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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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