Research Assistant II

Position Details

Posting date 05/26/2026

Closing date Open Until Filled

Position Number 1129612

Position Title Research Assistant II

Hiring Range Minimum $22.00

Hiring Range Maximum $26.40

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 8-5 M-F unless otherwise arranged

Location of Position Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. NA

Is this a grant funded position? Yes

The Kasper Lab is hiring a Research Assistant II to join us in the Department of Molecular and Systems Biology in the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College in beautiful Hanover, NH. We investigate the developmental mechanisms governing the vascular and hematopoietic systems in health and disease. We use a combination of live imaging, genetic and biochemical approaches, and high-throughput ‘omic’ technologies in the zebrafish to dissect how epigenetic to posttranslational gene regulatory mechanisms control cell differentiation.

The ideal candidate will be familiar with genetics and have experience with animal models and molecular and cell biology techniques, including cloning and PCR, transcriptomics, image analysis, and/or microscopy. We seek a curious and creative team member, who is highly motivated to carry out independent research projects, zebrafish husbandry, and technical training for lab members.

Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Highly competent in molecular laboratory methods, procedures and techniques as well as the equipment and instruments, e.g. PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, immunohistochemical methods, and microscopy.
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage laboratory inventory and records.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Skilled hands, and good judgment.
• Open and transparent communication.

• Editorial skills for preparation of reports.
• 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. independently, with good work organization and time management skills, independently, with good work organization and time management skills, procedures and techniques and the equipment/instruments associated with them: management skills

Dionna Kasper

Department Contact Phone Number

Dionna Kasper

Department Contact's Phone Number

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Not an essential function

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.

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• Independently designs, implements, analyzes, and interprets experiments under the general guidance of the principal investigator or other investigators in the laboratory.
• Works on an independent research project and/or assists lab members with experiments, depending on need and expertise.
• Conducts experiments using established methods and procedures. As necessary, develops and/or implements new or modified research methods,…