Job Details

Laboratory Coordinator - Biology & Science

Position Number: 6293448
Location: Madison, WI
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Laboratory Coordinator - Biology & Science

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Job Posting Date:
June 11, 2025

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:
$25.21 - $29.45

Department:
School of STEM_Staff

Job Description:

The School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at Madison College is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator - Biology & Science to provide vital administrative and technical support to students and faculty.

This position will be based at Madison College's North Region campuses, primarily serving the Reedsburg and Portage locations. The Laboratory Coordinator - Biology & Science will be responsible for managing and coordinating laboratory activities across both campuses. Regular travel between Reedsburg and Portage is required, with occasional travel to the Truax Campus, particularly during the summer. This role reports to the Associate Dean of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 20 hours per week, year-round (52 weeks). The work schedule is Monday through Friday during operational hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm., with specific working hours determined by the laboratory schedule.

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 open until filled, with a first consideration date of June 29,2025 at 11:59 pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required documents (2):

Resume
Cover Letter

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

Accountabilities:

Works with faculty and administration to accurately schedule classes and labs for future semesters to meet the needs of students, instructors, and degree programs.
Performs lab set up and take down; assemble, prepare and arrange required materials, models equipment for student and facility usage as required. Prepares models, materials (such as cadavers and other specimens), and equipment for student projects.
Develops and maintains safe practices and procedures for the handling and use of materials, specimens, and electrical hazards for use by staff and students. Manage all safety and security related items, including Safety Data Sheets, eyewash stations, safety showers, first-aid kits, emergency lights.
Within College regulations, policies and procedures performs purchasing duties for assigned equipment, supplies and/or services; obtains and as assigned may evaluate bids, set up appropriate vendors and suppliers; prepares requisitions and purchase orders as assigned; coordinates with vendors to ensure equipment, materials, supplies and services are appropriately applied.
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.
Analyze, collect, treat, and ensure proper disposal of waste created in each lab following Madison College and EPA guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Skill in communicating effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated skill in communications and human relations with populations of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities.
Knowledge of the related principles and procedures
Ability to demonstrate the methods, procedures and concepts as taught by instructor
Ability to operate relevant equipment, tools, and/or software.
Knowledge and ability to oversee safety policies
Ability to install, fix and maintain equipment and classrooms/labs

Minimum Requirements:

Associate or equivalent working experience. *Experience used as an equivalent of an educational requirement is in addition to any experience required by the position.

2-4 years of relevant 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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