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Research Assistant II

Dartmouth College

remote work

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

Feb 05, 2026

Position Information

Posting date	02/05/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1129525
Position Title	Research Assistant II
Hiring Range Minimum	$22.00
Hiring Range Maximum	$26.40
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	Manager is available to discuss during interviews
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	Under the direction of the Center for Molecular Epidemiology Biorepository Laboratory Manager, this position serves on the research team for several studies involved in the molecular epidemiologic investigation of factors that influence disease risk and prognosis by conducting the laboratory related procedures as defined in the research plans and protocols of the studies.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Three years of relevant laboratory/ research experience. Bachelor's degree.
Preferred Qualifications	Three years of relevant laboratory/ research experience. Master's degree.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Courtney Baker
Department Contact Phone Number	(603) 646-5420
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Thomas Palys, PhD
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.
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/84559

Key Accountabilities

Description

Research/Experiments

Learns and implements all existing and new study specific biospecimen related protocols, techniques and instrumentation.
Communicates closely with study personnel for all studies regarding collection and biospecimens related needs daily.
Processes collected biospecimens into aliquots and stores aliquots into freezers and other methods of storage
Retrieves biospecimen aliquots from freezers for subsequent processing or shipping to other laboratories.
Identifies, troubleshoots, and corrects or recommends solutions to problems associated with experimental design; methods, procedures, and techniques; or equipment and facilities.
Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

Percentage Of Time

Description

Data Collection/Preparation

Tracks biospecimen related collection, processing and archival information in appropriate Laboratory Information Systems.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data resulting from experimentation.
Performs literature searches to develop information of relevance to the research.
Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as sequences, graphs, charts, etc.
Participates in the preparation of reports and presentation of the research findings.

Percentage Of Time

Description

Laboratory

Schedules and monitors utilization of laboratory facilities, equipment, and supplies.
Monitors equipment and instrument performance; obtains necessary maintenance and repair.
Orders and maintains stock of laboratory supplies.
May provide technical direction to laboratory technicians and student workers.
Monitors work in progress to ensure accomplishment is timely and in accordance with reasonable methods and standards.
Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.

Percentage Of Time

Description	Miscellaneous Communicates respectfully with a diverse community. Performs other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time	5

--	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.