Position Details

Position Information Posting date 09/22/2026

Closing date Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1129711

Position Title Research Assistant III (Kettenbach Lab)

Hiring Range Minimum $25.00

Hiring Range Maximum $31.25

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status NonExempt

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 III 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 spectrometrybased 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 6 or more years' experience or 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:

Five years of relevant laboratory/ research experience. Skills & Knowledge

Highly competent 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.

Ability to manage laboratory inventory and records; and to keep records.

Good organizational and time management skills.

Editorial skills for preparation of reports.

Ability to work with and willingness to 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 online literature search engines. Preferred Qualifications Editorial skills for preparation of grant applications is highly desirable. Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Alicea Bursey

Department Contact Phone Number 6036465221

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 preemployment 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, nondiscriminatory 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