Research Assistant

Position: Research Assistant I.

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

07/24/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1128997

Position Title

Research Assistant I

Hiring Range Minimum

$20.00

Hiring Range Maximum

$23.00

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

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH

DHMC – Lebanon, 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

Position Purpose

In collaboration with project leaders, the Research Assistant will coordinate the implementation and ongoing activities for a large National Institute of Health ( NIH ) funded Environmental influences on Children’s Health Outcome ( ECHO ) birth cohort study. This candidate chosen for this position will perform a wide variety of research study/office activities to increase research study/office efficiency, expedite/coordinate the work of others, and ensure the smooth operation of the research study/office.

The Research Assistant will assist with procedures related to the collection, tracking, storage, shipping and analysis of environmental and biological specimens and data, and may interact with study participants, assist with development and updates of research study materials (study protocols), maintenance of study databases, and day to day study management.

Required Qualifications
- Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications
- Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• 1-2 year(s) of research experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must complete educational requirements for Dartmouth Committee on the Protection of Human Subjects ( IRB ) upon hire and appropriate laboratory, safety and/or any other training(s) required to conduct the research.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate a complex research project with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates a high degree of independence and responsibility for ensuring timely completion of project activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and web-based applications.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and sound judgment to address open-ended problems.
• Superior verbal communication and writing skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of relevant research experience, bachelor’s degrees with major in Biological/Health or Social Sciences.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

epidemiology

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

The Department of Epidemiology

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 pre-employment 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, non-discriminatory 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?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

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

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