Research Assistant IV

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 04/11/2024 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1128836 Position Title Research Assistant IV Department this Position Reports to Biological Sciences Hiring Range Minimum $59,200 Hiring Range Maximum $74,000 Union Type Not a Union Position SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule

M-F 8:00-5:00

Location of Position

Hanover, 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? No Position Purpose

To develop, conduct, and oversee major research efforts addressing specific aims of the Ghosh Laboratory.

Description 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

• Extensive knowledge of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, and biochemistry.

• Comprehensive knowledge of research methods, procedures, and techniques.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.

• Thorough knowledge of computer software used for experimental data analysis, literature searches, and manuscript preparation and specialized computer applications related to the field of investigation.

• Ability to independently design, plan, implement, troubleshoot, and administer all phases of the research work and to ensure that it addresses the major specific aims of the project/laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with model organisms (e.g., yeast, C. elegans) and/or tissue culture and mammalian cells.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Dipon Ghosh Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-6599 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dipon Ghosh Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-6599 Equal Opportunity Employer

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Research

• Develops research hypotheses and plans appropriate experiments.

• Designs and performs all experiments related to the project using sophisticated research techniques.

• Keeps abreast of technological developments in the field and determines when to incorporate them into experimental plans.

• Troubleshoots experimental protocols and techniques as needed.

• Research literature and consult with other investigators within and outside of the institution to identify and resolve complex issues or problems.

• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data resulting from experimentation to present findings and conclusions to the principal investigator.

• Assesses feasibility of proposed research investigations and may prepare analyses of project costs (salaries, equipment, etc.)

• In collaboration with the PI, prepares relevant portions of grant applications, ensuring compliance of submission with sponsor requirements.

Percentage Of Time 70 Description

Administration

• Establishes and coordinates research procedures in adherence to protocol requirements.

• Develops and negotiates budgets for procured services such as laboratory services.

• Assures that all Federal guidelines and requirements are met.

• Keeps PI informed of status of research activities, problem areas, etc. and to consult on specific problems.

• May review Requests for Proposals (RFP) from Federal and state agencies and private foundations to assess the potential for applicability to the research investigations and to recommend initiation of a grant application.

• Effectively communicates and personally supports the College's values to foster inclusiveness and diversity.

Percentage Of Time 10 Description

Communication/Presentation

• Prepares and assists with oral presentations of research findings and their significance in various settings, such as departmental/laboratory staff meetings, conferences, and meetings of professional societies.

• Co-authors and assists in the writing of manuscripts and other research reports for publication and presentation at national and international meetings.

Percentage Of Time 5 Description

Laboratory Management

• Oversees general laboratory operations to ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of equipment and supplies.

• Monitors equipment and instrument performance and instructs others in proper laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques.

• Ensures compliance with rules and regulations related to handling hazardous wastes, radioactivity, and ensures compliance with proper safety procedures.

Percentage Of Time 5 Description

Staff Development

• Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates staff and student assistants to meet changing lab needs.

Percentage Of Time 5 Description

Miscellaneous

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 5

• -- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

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• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

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