Job Description:

Posting date:

04/18/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

1128092

Position Title:

Laboratory Technician III

Department this Position Reports to:

Molecular and Systems Biology

Hiring Range Minimum:

$18.00

Hiring Range Maximum:

$21.30

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

Location of Position:

604 Vail Building
Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility?:

Onsite only

Is this a term position?:

Yes

If yes, length of term in months.:

12

Is this a grant funded position?:

No

Position Purpose:

This position is a support position to study how genetic mutations that cause autism spectrum disorders effect neuronal development. This position will perform injection of viral particles into mouse brains, histology of mouse brain, and microscopy and image analysis of sections generated.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

· Familiarity with laboratory work and laboratory equipment.· Good hand eye coordination and attention to detail.· Well organized and ability to follow directions.

Preferred Qualifications:

· At least six months of relevant experience.
· Experience working in a laboratory is highly desirable.

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:

Bryan Luikart

Talent Acquisition Consultant:

Matt Browne

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, 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.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All Dartmouth College employees, whether working on-site or remotely, are required to be up to date with vaccination against COVID-19 (or to have received an approved exemption from vaccination through the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity). Please visit https://dartgo.org/vaxpolicy for details. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment. Failure to meet this condition of employment may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion delaying your start date or rescinding its offer of employment.

Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/62702

Description:

Laboratory/Experiment Support· Performs stereotaxic injections of viral particles into the mouse brain.· Performs perfusion fixation of mice· Performs vibratome sectioning of mouse brain· Performs immunohistochemistry· Performs fluorescence microscopy· Performs image analysis· Follows established safety procedures.

Percentage Of Time:

80%

Description:

Laboratory Supplies· Maintains stock of laboratory supplies for stereotaxic injection and histology.· Places orders when re-order is necessary.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Description:

Maintenance· Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment such as stereotaxic injector, vibratome, fume hood, and histology bench· Cleans glassware and makes solutions· Checks ultra cold freezers and removes encrusted ice as needed to ensure optimal performance.· Checks laboratory areas daily for cleanliness, e.g. preparation areas, storage areas, and general work areas, and ensures appropriate level of hygiene for each area.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

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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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