Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

07/27/2022

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1128200

Position Title

Laboratory Technician III - Sharma

Department this Position Reports to

Earth Sciences

Hiring Range Minimum

$18.00/hr

Hiring Range Maximum

$21.30/hr

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time w/end date

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

TBD

Location of Position

Hanover, NH 03755
Fairchild/Steele Hall
Dartmouth College

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Yes

If yes, length of term in months.

24 with possible extension

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

The individual will support the PI in conducting experiments to sequester atmospheric CO2.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Biology, Geobiology, or Earth Sciences

Experience

• One year of relevant laboratory or science experience

Skills & Knowledge

• Competence in several laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments, e.g. ICP - OES, XRD, SEM .
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in Geobiology, Marine Microbiology, Chemical Oceanography

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Mukul Sharma

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 within the first 30 days may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion ending employment.

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Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/64232

Key Accountabilities

Description

Research:

• Conducts specified laboratory experiments/tests, utilizing a range of established methods, procedures, and techniques, (e.g., x-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, ICP - OES, evaluation of bacterial growth).
• Observes experiments/tests while in progress; records observations; trouble shoots as necessary.
• Reconciles results that are disparate from anticipated findings. Re-runs techniques as necessary.
• Notifies principal investigator of problems associated with experiments, measurements, or analyses and suggests changes to methods, procedures, or techniques as appropriate.
• Maintains laboratory notebook. Recording tasks performed. Collects and analyzes data resulting from experimentation/testing and presents findings to Principal Investigator.
• Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries. Creates flow-diagrams of ongoing experiments, if needed, etc.
• Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.
• Conducts literature searches to develop insights into the significance of experimental results and to acquire information on new or improved methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.
• Occasionally travels away from campus to coordinate experiments with collaborators.
• Channel required information, resources and technical assistance to the PI, postdocs, and students, as needed.
• The individual will provide support in the field and in other laboratories within and outside Dartmouth.

Percentage Of Time

80%

Description

Management:

• Coordinating with vendors, and liaising with Dartmouth Facilities Operations & Management, Dartmouth Environmental & Health Safety, as necessary.
• Accomplishes day-to-day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
• Monitors laboratory equipment and instrument performance. Obtains maintenance and repair as necessary.
• Maintains computerized records associated with laboratory activities.
• Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Financial

• Orders laboratory supplies in a timely fashion.
• Works with the PI to ensure budget compliance.

Percentage Of Time

7.5%

Description

Website Support

• Contributes to the development of the programs’ website, assist in the management of its content, and monitor all changes and additions to the editorial content.

Percentage Of Time

2.5%

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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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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents