Director of Environmental Health Laboratory

University of Wisconsin; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Wisconsin Retirement System

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Laboratory Director (C) for the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene Environmental Health Division. The role directs operations, budgets, and QA programs across Environmental Chemistry/Environmental Biology and related initiatives.

Candidate will supervise division directors, coordinate with DNR/DHS and UW–Madison partners, and lead teaching, outreach, and national committee activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience supervising a high-complexity environmental laboratory.
• One year of supervision at a management level.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related science field.

Responsibilities

• Directs operations and administration of the Environmental Health Division (EHD) including programs and research initiatives.
• Supervises laboratory unit directors and collaborates on resources and budgets.
• Oversees the EHD Quality Manager and ensures quality and safety compliance.
• Acts as main contact for EHD administration, operations, and leadership committees.
• Manages budgets and resources; oversees hiring, transfers, and performance.
• Leads teaching, training, and outreach activities; may serve on national/public health committees.
• Plans staff implementation of protocols and ongoing quality reviews of laboratory services.
• Leads overall EHD operations, coordination, and agency outreach.

Skills

Laboratory supervision

Leadership

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Laboratory Director (C) for the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene Environmental Health Division. The role directs operations, budgets, and QA programs across Environmental Chemistry/Environmental Biology and related initiatives.

Candidate will supervise division directors, coordinate with DNR/DHS and UW–Madison partners, and lead teaching, outreach, and national committee activities as needed.