Lab Associate Jobs in New Hampshire
Lab Associate jobs in New Hampshire are in steady demand, concentrated in pharmaceutical manufacturing, clinical diagnostics, and academic research, with openings at every level from entry-level technician to senior bench scientist. Manchester, Nashua, and the seacoast corridor around Portsmouth account for most of the hiring, anchored by employers like Dartmouth Health, Albany Molecular Research Inc., and BAE Systems. The most sought-after specialties in New Hampshire include analytical chemistry, molecular biology, and quality control for regulated manufacturing environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerDartmouth Health
Top cityManchester, NH
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Work type100% On-site
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Senior Lab Manager and Technical Program Manager
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Dartmouth College
Senior Lab Manager and Technical Program Manager
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Clinical Lab Assistant Phlebotomist - Specimen Collection - Full Time
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Elliot Health System
Clinical Lab Assistant Phlebotomist - Specimen Collection - Full Time
Manchester, New Hampshire
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Dartmouth Health
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Lebanon, New Hampshire
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Lebanon, New Hampshire
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Senior Lab Manager and Technical Program Manager
Dartmouth College·Hanover, New Hampshire
Job functions:
$76k - $95k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
Position Purpose
Lead end-to-end execution of multiple federally funded research programs in the Cluster for Improving Healthcare Outcomes through Sensory Technology and the HumanX Lab for Cognitive Performance and Longevity. Own milestone delivery, day-to-day lab operations, equipment lifecycle, subaward and vendor coordination, and direct interface with funding agency program managers. Reports to the Cluster Head (Prof. Tam Vu) and serves as the operational and technical owner of the Cluster’s funded portfolio across hardware, firmware, signal processing, machine learning, biology, and clinical workstreams.
Description
The Cluster for Improving Healthcare Outcomes through Sensory Technology at Dartmouth invites applications for a Senior Lab Manager and Technical Program Manager. The Cluster advances research and translation at the intersection of deep biosensing, biological computing systems, and organoid platforms, with a portfolio of multiple active and forthcoming federally funded government programs. The lead lab in this hire is the HumanX Lab for Cognitive Performance and Longevity, which designs, builds, and validates AI-powered wearable sensing and stimulation systems.
We are seeking a senior, hands-on lab manager who has already run a wearable, medical device, or biomedical research lab and can take direct ownership of the Cluster’s funded portfolio. The Senior Lab Manager will report to the Cluster Head (Prof. Tam Vu) and serve as the operational and technical owner of the Cluster’s programs. This role combines deep technical fluency, disciplined multi-program management, lab-scale operations, and results-oriented execution across a multi-disciplinary team spanning biology, hardware, firmware, software, machine learning, and clinical workstreams.
This is a full-time, onsite position, at Dartmouth in Hanover, NH, or in Boston’s site. The initial appointment is for one year with renewal contingent on program performance and funding. The Senior Lab Manager will be hosted in the Department of Computer Science and supported by the Cluster. Compensation is commensurate with senior industry program management experience and lab leadership track record.
Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their professional experience, leadership, service, and life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth’s commitment to academic excellence.
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
- Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Existing or prior role as Lab Manager, Program Manager, Technical Program Manager, Director of Engineering, or equivalent in a wearable, medical device, BCI, or biomedical research laboratory; experience managing federally funded research programs (e.g., DARPA, ARPA-H, or comparable agencies).
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple federally funded research programs in parallel.
- Strong multi-project program management discipline: milestone planning, dependency tracking, subaward and vendor management, structured risk and change management.
- Hands-on technical fluency across at least two of: wearable sensing hardware, analog front-ends, embedded firmware, biosignal processing, biological or organoid computing platforms, applied ML for biosignals, or integrated HW-FW-SW system delivery.
- Demonstrated experience having built or managed a real system progressed beyond a lab demonstrator to clinical, field, or production deployment.
- Results-oriented operating style with quantified outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to brief program managers, partner PIs, and university leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field strongly preferred.
- PMP certification or equivalent formal program management credential.
- Experience with milestone-payment contracts, OTAs, cooperative agreements, federal compliance requirements.
- Experience with regulatory pathways for digital health (FDA design controls, IRB, clinical trial coordination).
- Prior experience working with academic, industry, and clinical partners in parallel.
- Familiarity with biology lab operations relevant to cell-based platforms.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Professor Tam Vu, Cluster Head, HumanX Lab PI
Department Contact Phone Number
Tam.N.Vu@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Professor Tam Vu, Cluster Head, HumanX Lab PI
Department Contact's Phone Number
Tam.N.Vu@dartmouth.edu
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.
This position is a 12-month term position.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
This position is a 12-month term position.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Applicants are asked to include the following as part of their cover letter:
- Brief description of one federally funded program the applicant has personally managed (scope, budget, team size, outcome), and
- One system the applicant has personally helped build and ship.
References
Applicants are asked to complete the references section of the application, providing at least three references.
For more information regarding Dartmouth’s reference checking process, please visit the Applicant FAQ page and scroll down to the “Reference Checks Section.”
Supplemental Questions
Applicants will be asked to respond to three supplemental questions regarding years of direct experience, indirect experience, and people management experience (even if the position does not require people management experience). Responses will be reviewed alongside the position requirements and your application materials; they are intended to supplement how experience is captured, but not replace a holistic evaluation. Your response will be cross-referenced with your application materials to verify accuracy and, for finalists, to inform salary placement.
Applicants are asked to complete the references section of the application, providing at least three references.
For more information regarding Dartmouth’s reference checking process, please visit the Applicant FAQ page and scroll down to the “Reference Checks Section.”
Supplemental Questions
Applicants will be asked to respond to three supplemental questions regarding years of direct experience, indirect experience, and people management experience (even if the position does not require people management experience). Responses will be reviewed alongside the position requirements and your application materials; they are intended to supplement how experience is captured, but not replace a holistic evaluation. Your response will be cross-referenced with your application materials to verify accuracy and, for finalists, to inform salary placement.
Please ensure your resume and work history clearly reflect the full scope of your work, including position titles, employment dates, responsibilities, and supervisory duties. Incomplete or inconsistent information may affect how your experience is evaluated.
Key Accountabilities
Description
Program execution and milestone delivery across multiple federally funded research programs in parallel, including milestone planning, dependency mapping, and on-time delivery of technical milestones across the Cluster’s portfolio.
Percentage Of Time
40
Description
Day-to-day operations across the Cluster’s lab spaces: team cadence, weekly technical and operations reviews, reporting discipline, risk register, change-control log, decision tracker, and oversight of lab equipment lifecycle in coordination with internal Dartmouth procurement and finance teams.
Percentage Of Time
20
Description
Subaward, industry partner, consultant, and vendor management, including statement-of-work alignment, milestone payment events, deliverable acceptance, and risk escalation.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Funding agency interface, including program reviews, demo days, site visits, and reporting packages with federal program managers and contracts officers.
Percentage Of Time
10
Description
Recruiting and onboarding support for postdocs, engineers, and research staff funded under these programs, and contribution to follow-on grant and contract proposals.
Percentage Of Time
15
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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Dartmouth College
Senior Lab Manager and Technical Program Manager
Hanover, New Hampshire
New 13h ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
$76k - $95k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Job Description
Position Purpose
Lead end-to-end execution of multiple federally funded research programs in the Cluster for Improving Healthcare Outcomes through Sensory Technology and the HumanX Lab for Cognitive Performance and Longevity. Own milestone delivery, day-to-day lab operations, equipment lifecycle, subaward and vendor coordination, and direct interface with funding agency program managers. Reports to the Cluster Head (Prof. Tam Vu) and serves as the operational and technical owner of the Cluster’s funded portfolio across hardware, firmware, signal processing, machine learning, biology, and clinical workstreams.
Description
The Cluster for Improving Healthcare Outcomes through Sensory Technology at Dartmouth invites applications for a Senior Lab Manager and Technical Program Manager. The Cluster advances research and translation at the intersection of deep biosensing, biological computing systems, and organoid platforms, with a portfolio of multiple active and forthcoming federally funded government programs. The lead lab in this hire is the HumanX Lab for Cognitive Performance and Longevity, which designs, builds, and validates AI-powered wearable sensing and stimulation systems.
We are seeking a senior, hands-on lab manager who has already run a wearable, medical device, or biomedical research lab and can take direct ownership of the Cluster’s funded portfolio. The Senior Lab Manager will report to the Cluster Head (Prof. Tam Vu) and serve as the operational and technical owner of the Cluster’s programs. This role combines deep technical fluency, disciplined multi-program management, lab-scale operations, and results-oriented execution across a multi-disciplinary team spanning biology, hardware, firmware, software, machine learning, and clinical workstreams.
This is a full-time, onsite position, at Dartmouth in Hanover, NH, or in Boston’s site. The initial appointment is for one year with renewal contingent on program performance and funding. The Senior Lab Manager will be hosted in the Department of Computer Science and supported by the Cluster. Compensation is commensurate with senior industry program management experience and lab leadership track record.
Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their professional experience, leadership, service, and life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth’s commitment to academic excellence.
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
- Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Existing or prior role as Lab Manager, Program Manager, Technical Program Manager, Director of Engineering, or equivalent in a wearable, medical device, BCI, or biomedical research laboratory; experience managing federally funded research programs (e.g., DARPA, ARPA-H, or comparable agencies).
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple federally funded research programs in parallel.
- Strong multi-project program management discipline: milestone planning, dependency tracking, subaward and vendor management, structured risk and change management.
- Hands-on technical fluency across at least two of: wearable sensing hardware, analog front-ends, embedded firmware, biosignal processing, biological or organoid computing platforms, applied ML for biosignals, or integrated HW-FW-SW system delivery.
- Demonstrated experience having built or managed a real system progressed beyond a lab demonstrator to clinical, field, or production deployment.
- Results-oriented operating style with quantified outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to brief program managers, partner PIs, and university leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field strongly preferred.
- PMP certification or equivalent formal program management credential.
- Experience with milestone-payment contracts, OTAs, cooperative agreements, federal compliance requirements.
- Experience with regulatory pathways for digital health (FDA design controls, IRB, clinical trial coordination).
- Prior experience working with academic, industry, and clinical partners in parallel.
- Familiarity with biology lab operations relevant to cell-based platforms.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Professor Tam Vu, Cluster Head, HumanX Lab PI
Department Contact Phone Number
Tam.N.Vu@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Professor Tam Vu, Cluster Head, HumanX Lab PI
Department Contact's Phone Number
Tam.N.Vu@dartmouth.edu
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.
This position is a 12-month term position.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
This position is a 12-month term position.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Applicants are asked to include the following as part of their cover letter:
- Brief description of one federally funded program the applicant has personally managed (scope, budget, team size, outcome), and
- One system the applicant has personally helped build and ship.
References
Applicants are asked to complete the references section of the application, providing at least three references.
For more information regarding Dartmouth’s reference checking process, please visit the Applicant FAQ page and scroll down to the “Reference Checks Section.”
Supplemental Questions
Applicants will be asked to respond to three supplemental questions regarding years of direct experience, indirect experience, and people management experience (even if the position does not require people management experience). Responses will be reviewed alongside the position requirements and your application materials; they are intended to supplement how experience is captured, but not replace a holistic evaluation. Your response will be cross-referenced with your application materials to verify accuracy and, for finalists, to inform salary placement.
Applicants are asked to complete the references section of the application, providing at least three references.
For more information regarding Dartmouth’s reference checking process, please visit the Applicant FAQ page and scroll down to the “Reference Checks Section.”
Supplemental Questions
Applicants will be asked to respond to three supplemental questions regarding years of direct experience, indirect experience, and people management experience (even if the position does not require people management experience). Responses will be reviewed alongside the position requirements and your application materials; they are intended to supplement how experience is captured, but not replace a holistic evaluation. Your response will be cross-referenced with your application materials to verify accuracy and, for finalists, to inform salary placement.
Please ensure your resume and work history clearly reflect the full scope of your work, including position titles, employment dates, responsibilities, and supervisory duties. Incomplete or inconsistent information may affect how your experience is evaluated.
Key Accountabilities
Description
Program execution and milestone delivery across multiple federally funded research programs in parallel, including milestone planning, dependency mapping, and on-time delivery of technical milestones across the Cluster’s portfolio.
Percentage Of Time
40
Description
Day-to-day operations across the Cluster’s lab spaces: team cadence, weekly technical and operations reviews, reporting discipline, risk register, change-control log, decision tracker, and oversight of lab equipment lifecycle in coordination with internal Dartmouth procurement and finance teams.
Percentage Of Time
20
Description
Subaward, industry partner, consultant, and vendor management, including statement-of-work alignment, milestone payment events, deliverable acceptance, and risk escalation.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Funding agency interface, including program reviews, demo days, site visits, and reporting packages with federal program managers and contracts officers.
Percentage Of Time
10
Description
Recruiting and onboarding support for postdocs, engineers, and research staff funded under these programs, and contribution to follow-on grant and contract proposals.
Percentage Of Time
15
-
Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
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1 jobLab Associate Job Market in New Hampshire
A snapshot from current New Hampshire openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Dartmouth Health11
- Elliot Health System8
- Southern New Hampshire Health System6
- Amphenol4
- Voyage Health4V
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
- Education2
- Construction & Real Estate2
- Technology & Software1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What New Hampshire Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lab associate jobs across New Hampshire.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a closely related science field
- Hands-on laboratory experience with standard techniques such as pipetting, titration, or PCR
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice or Good Manufacturing Practice compliance standards
- Proficiency with laboratory information management systems and data documentation procedures
- Ability to follow detailed written standard operating procedures and maintain accurate records
- Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work in a regulated laboratory environment
Lab Associate Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a lab associate in New Hampshire?
Most lab associate positions in New Hampshire require at minimum an associate degree in a life or physical science, though a bachelor's degree is preferred by many clinical and pharmaceutical employers. New Hampshire does not issue a state-level lab associate license for most settings, but clinical laboratory scientists working in hospital labs may need credentials recognized by national bodies such as ASCP. Candidates strengthening their profile often complete coursework in regulated environments, gain experience through community college lab programs, and pursue relevant certifications before applying.
Which companies hire lab associates in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire lab associate roles are posted by Dartmouth Health, Elliot Health System, and Southern New Hampshire Health System and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. New Hampshire's mix of academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and defense contractors means consistent openings exist well beyond the largest metro areas.
Which New Hampshire cities have the most lab associate jobs?
Manchester, Nashua, and Lebanon have the most lab associate openings in New Hampshire. Manchester and Nashua concentrate the most roles because of their pharmaceutical, biotech, and hospital employment base, while Portsmouth and the seacoast area generate openings through defense research and the University of New Hampshire's affiliated institutions in nearby Durham.
Are there remote lab associate jobs in New Hampshire?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of lab associate openings tied to New Hampshire are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most bench and clinical work. The positions most likely to offer any remote flexibility are in data entry, laboratory informatics, or regulatory documentation support rather than direct specimen or sample handling.
How can I get hired as a lab associate in New Hampshire with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a lab assistant or lab technician role at a New Hampshire hospital system or contract lab, where formal experience requirements are lower and on-the-job training is standard. Dartmouth Health and Catholic Medical Center in Manchester both hire entry-level lab support staff. Community colleges such as NHTI in Concord offer applied science programs with lab components that satisfy many employer requirements. Earning an ASCP phlebotomy certification or a basic biosafety credential gives candidates a concrete edge when competing against others without prior employment history.
Where can I find and apply to lab associate jobs in New Hampshire?
You can find and apply to lab associate jobs in New Hampshire on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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