Research Assistant I (Kettenbach Lab)

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

09/22/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1129712

Position Title

Research Assistant I (Kettenbach Lab)

Hiring Range Minimum

$20.00

Hiring Range Maximum

$23.00

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 I 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. We are simultaneously recruiting for this role at the Research
Assistant I, Research Assistant II, and Research Assistant III
levels, depending on candidate experience and qualifications —
however, only one position will ultimately be filled. You do not
need to apply to all of the postings; please apply to the posting
that best matches your level of experience, and we will consider
your qualifications for the appropriate level during the hiring
process.

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

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in one of the Biological

Sciences or the equivalent.

Experience

• Two years of relevant laboratory/ research experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• 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

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Alicea Bursey

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-5221

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Dr. Arminja Kettenbach

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

This posting is for a Research Assistant position in the Kettenbach
Lab. We are simultaneously recruiting for this role at the Research
Assistant I, Research Assistant II, and Research Assistant III
levels, depending on candidate experience and qualifications —
however, only one position will ultimately be filled. You do not
need to apply to all of the postings; please apply to the posting
that best matches your level of experience, and we will consider
your qualifications for the appropriate level during the hiring
process.

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87294

Key Accountabilities

Description

Experiments:

• 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 troubleshooting

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

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

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.

Miscellaneous:

• 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.

Percentage Of Time

30%

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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions,
interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an
environment that is welcoming to all.

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Additional Document #1
• Additional Document #2