What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant position at Dartmouth College?
Position Purpose
To set up and conduct a variety of laboratory tests and experiments in support of research studies directed the development of immunotherapy for neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease and ALS.
Description
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
Competence in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments. Follow all lab and biological safety procedures. Excellent communication and written skills are required. Willingness to work with/be exposed to mice, human tissues and specimens, hazardous materials such as radioactive materials, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals. Knowledge of computers and software applications.
Preferred Qualifications
Be an effective part of a dynamic research team and work in collaboration with others to achieve experimental and project goals. Ability to work independently with good judgment and with good organizational and time management skills. Course work and/or research experience with neuroscience or immunology
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Charles Sentman
Department Contact Phone Number
Charles.L.Sentman@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Charles Sentman
Department Contact's Phone Number
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?
Not an essential function
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
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
Please include names and contact information for 3 professional references in resume.
Key Accountabilities
Description
- Conducts laboratory experiments/tests, utilizing a range of established methods, procedures, and techniques with necessary preparations, observes experiments, records observations and maintains laboratory records in a timely manner.
Percentage Of Time
60
Description
- Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc. Helps to analyze data resulting from experiments. Summarizes results and helps to prepare progress reports.
Percentage Of Time
5
Description
- Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required. Maintains computerized records associated with laboratory activities.
Percentage Of Time
5
Description
- Laboratory maintenance including order lab supplies (backup is to be emailed to the M&I office asap upon placing orders); monitors laboratory equipment and instrument performance; obtains maintenance and repair as necessary.
Percentage Of Time
10
Description
- Assist in animal research; including maintenance of mouse colonies, injections, dissections, health monitoring, and in vivo assays.
Percentage Of Time
20
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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.
