Job Details

Senior Laboratory Coordinator

Position Number: 6202364
Location: Madison, WI
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Senior Laboratory Coordinator

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Job Posting Date:
May 2, 2025

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:
$24.21 - $29.66

Department:
School of T&T_Mfg,Transport&Biotech Faculty & Staff

Job Description:

Technology and Trades at Madison College is seeking a Senior Laboratory Coordinator to be responsible for training and supporting both full- and part-time faculty and support staff.

Playing a key role in the creation, maintenance, and delivery of all laboratory courses, typically overseeing 5-7 lab courses per semester. Responsibilities include performing routine competency checks for new employees and students, ensuring adherence to quality control protocols, enforcing all safety procedures, and providing supplemental instruction across multiple lab environments.

The Senior Laboratory Coordinator also coordinates daily lab operations, including the preparation of solutions and bacterial cultures, weekly development of cell cultures, lab setup and cleanup, equipment maintenance, and supervision of open lab sessions for students. Also, managing inventory, orders necessary materials and supplies, and develops laboratory instructions aligned with current safety and industry standards. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

This is an onsite, full-time position, 40 hours per week during the 40-week academic year. The schedule offers flexibility Monday through Friday within the college's operating hours of 7:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.

Madison College offers an excellent benefits package including vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Madison College's dedication to promoting equity, inclusion and diversity is reflected in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Hiring a diverse workforce that mirrors our student population is more than just a commitment at Madison College-it is the foundation of what we are striving to do. Come be part of our great team!

This position will be opened until filled, with a first review date of May 18, 2025, at 11:59pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (2):

Resume
Cover Letter

*Failure to include these documents by the first consideration date will RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Essential Responsibilities:

Performs set-up and clean-up of lab supplies and equipment used during labs. This includes assembly installation, testing and operation of lab equipment. Coordinates with the instructor of record in assembling materials and supplies needed for labs. Prepares supplies, materials, and equipment for special student projects.
Provides assistance and guidance to students during the laboratory sessions alongside the instructor of record and during open laboratory times. Provides consultation and clarification for students on laboratory materials and experiment details.
Provides technical expertise and trains new instructors (full and part time) on specific equipment and lab procedures and maintains the consistency of the laboratory curriculum.
Ensures operation of equipment by performing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturers' instructions; trouble shooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and technologies.
In collaboration with instructors, reorganizes laboratory modules and workbooks to accommodate instructional changes.
Actively participates in program outreach and recruitment activities by developing and leading hands-on activities for diverse groups of prospective students and visitors.
Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant biotechnology protocols and equipment advancements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated skill in communications and human relations with populations of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities.
Demonstrated knowledge in laboratory procedures and equipment used in biotechnology courses and industry. Experience working with iPSCs and HPLC preferred.
Ability to operate and maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory systems and equipment used in the biotechnology laboratories
Working knowledge in cell culturing, molecular biology, protein purification, chromatography and microbiology.
Demonstrated effectiveness in time management, planning, organizing, and completing complex tasks in a timely and cost-effective manner with limited supervision.
Mid-level computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, lab software, etc.) with the interest and ability to quickly learn and integrate new software products to increase productivity.

Minimum Requirements:

Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology or related field or equivalent work experience. *Experience used as an equivalent of an educational requirement is in addition to any experience required by the position.
Three (3) years work experience directly related to the skills required for successfully performing the duties of this position.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email Talent@madisoncollege.edu or HR hotline (608) 246-6900.

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Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees, diplomas, apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts, Design & Humanities; Business; Construction, Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary, Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law, Protective & Human Services; Science, Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at (608) 246-6210 or (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the college's nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka, Director, Civil Rights and Compliance, 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246.5221

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