Health Careers Lab Supervisor & Lab Operations Lead

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakton College in Des Plaines and Evanston seeks a Health Careers Lab Supervisor to oversee instructional labs and student workers. You will plan and direct lab prep for health career courses, coordinating with instructors to ensure all equipment and procedures meet requirements.

The role includes hiring and training staff, managing budgets and inventory, and enforcing safety standards across campus labs. Strong supervisory skills and a science background are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Science with specific course work in Medical Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, Biology or health related field or equivalent.
• Two years related clinical or laboratory experience.
• Two years supervisory experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, train, and supervise student employees as labs are prepared for courses.
• Train and supervise STEM and Health Careers Laboratory Specialist and part-time staff.
• Review procedures and equipment with lab instructors as needed.
• Develop lab schedules and preparation guidelines for clinical skills and labs.
• Develop budget requests and manage inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory experience

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor's in Science with medical lab coursework

Job description

Oakton College in Des Plaines and Evanston seeks a Health Careers Lab Supervisor to oversee instructional labs and student workers. You will plan and direct lab prep for health career courses, coordinating with instructors to ensure all equipment and procedures meet requirements.

The role includes hiring and training staff, managing budgets and inventory, and enforcing safety standards across campus labs. Strong supervisory skills and a science background are essential.