Laboratory Technician II

Position Information

• Posting date: 02/19/2026
• Closing date:
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Position Number: 1129530
• Position Title:
  
  Laboratory Technician II
• Hiring Range Minimum: $18.00
• Hiring Range Maximum: $20.00
• 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:
• Location of Position:
  Hanover, NH
• Remote Work Eligibility?:
  Onsite only
• Is this a term position?:
  No
• Is this a grant funded position?:
  No

To perform routine experiments and laboratory duties in support of research efforts by the Ghosh laboratory.

The technician will join a research team () interested in learning more about how nervous systems work. The team uses genetic, cell biological, and behavioral approaches to study how a nematode roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans responds to environmental stimuli (for example, see Ghosh et al., Science :).

• Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with laboratory practices, including methods, procedures, and techniques, as well as handling equipment and instruments.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and organizational, time management, and communication 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.

• Completed coursework in biology, genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, etc.
• General laboratory experience, including with molecular cloning,
  
  C. elegans and/or tissue culture, etc.

Dipon Ghosh

Phone:

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• Performs routine tests required in support of laboratory work and experiments.
• Follows established safety procedures.

Percentage of Time: 60%

• Maintains laboratory records of procedures.
• May assist in preparing laboratory reports.
• Records experimental data from research using graphs, logs, charts and statistical summaries.
• May perform limited library research and reference work for background materials.

Percentage of Time: 10%

• Maintains stock of biomedical and other supplies.
• Requisition s laboratory stock items and equipment.
• Performs general laboratory maintenance as required.

Percentage of Time: 25%

• May assist in surgical procedures.
• Communicates respectfully with a diverse community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Percentage of Time: 5%