Research Assistant III (Kettenbach Lab).
About the role
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 spectrometry‑based proteomics and phosphoproteomics approaches.
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.
Location: Lebanon, NH. Onsite only.
This position is funded by a grant; continuation is based upon available funds.
Responsibilities
- Experiments (50% of time)
- Collaborates with the principal investigator in the definition of the research problem and the development of the research hypothesis and approach.
- Independently designs, sets up and monitors experiments.
- Identifies, troubleshoots and corrects or recommends solutions to problems associated with experimental design; methods, procedures and techniques; or equipment and facilities.
- Develops and implements new or modified research methods