Research Assistant III (Kettenbach Lab)

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,305,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Lebanon, NH, seeks a Research Assistant III for the Kettenbach Lab to support proteomics research on phosphatases and cellular homeostasis. The role involves hands-on lab work, data collection, and collaboration with the PI and team.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and at least five years of relevant lab experience; familiarity with mass spectrometry and grant-related editorial tasks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Five years of relevant lab/research experience.
• Experience with hazardous materials and lab safety.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the PI to define research problems and hypotheses.
• Independently designs, sets up and monitors experiments.
• Troubleshoots and optimizes procedures and equipment.
• Develops new or modified research methods and techniques.
• Ensures compliance with safety and waste disposal guidelines.

Skills

Independent work

Critical thinking

Inventory management

Time management

Report writing

Hazard handling

Data analysis software

Literature search tools

Education

Bachelor's in Biological Sciences

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Position Information

• Posting date: 09/22/2026
• Closing date:
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Position Number: 1129711
• Position Title: Research Assistant III (Kettenbach Lab)
• Hiring Range Minimum: $25.00
• Hiring Range Maximum: $31.25
• 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 occasionally evenings or weekends as driven by the research needs.
• Location of Position: Lebanon, 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

Seeking a Research Assistant III to support the laboratory of Dr. Arminja Kettenbach (Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and Dartmouth Cancer Center). The Kettenbach lab focuses on the role that Phosphoprotein Phosphatases play in maintaining cellular homeostasis and how these processes go awry in diseases such as cancer. Furthermore, the lab uses and develops mass spectrometry-based proteomics and phosphoproteomics approaches.

Description

This posting is for a Research Assistant position in the Kettenbach Lab.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Education

• Bachelor's degree with a major in one of the Biological Sciences or the equivalent.

Experience

• Five years of relevant laboratory/ research experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Highly competent in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments.
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgement.
• Ability to manage laboratory inventory and records; and to keep records.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Editorial skills for preparation of reports.
• Ability to work with and willingness to 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

• Editorial skills for preparation of grant applications is highly desirable.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Alicea Bursey

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-5221

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Dr. Arminja Kettenbach

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

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

Key Accountabilities

Experiments

• Collaborates with the principal investigator in the definition of the research problem and the development of the research hypothesis and approach.
• Independently designs, sets up and monitors experiments.
• Identifies, troubleshoots and corrects or recommends solutions to problems associated with experimental design; methods, procedures and techniques; or equipment and facilities.
• Develops and implements new or modified research methods, procedures, and techniques to meet research requirements.
• Ensures adherence to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

Percentage Of Time: 50%

Data Collection/Preparation

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data resulting from experimentation to present findings with tentative conclusions to the principal investigator.
• Prepares and makes oral presentations of research findings and their significance in various settings, such as departmental/laboratory staff meetings, conferences, and meetings of professional societies.
• Prepares drafts of reports, summaries, and manuscripts to communicate results and implications of the research.
• Recommends directions in which research should progress.

Percentage Of Time: 20%

Laboratory Management

• Oversees the day-to-day management of the principal investigator's laboratory to ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of equipment and supplies.
• Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.
• Advises on the need for and type of equipment purchases; locates manufacturers and suppliers.
• Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.

Percentage Of Time: 30%

Other Responsibilities

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.