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Lab Coordinator Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Mercyhealth

Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist

Janesville, WI · On-site

$32.47 - $51.68/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Performs other duties as assigned by the Cath Lab Coordinator or Heart Program Director. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate ...

Mercy Health System

Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist

Janesville, WI · On-site

$32.47 - $51.68/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Performs other duties as assigned by the Cath Lab Coordinator or Heart Program Director. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate ...

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Mercy Health System

Cath Lab Tech

Janesville, WI · On-site

$32.47 - $48.70/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Performs other duties as assigned by the Cath Lab Coordinator or Heart Program Director. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate ...

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Mercyhealth

Cath Lab Tech

Janesville, WI · On-site

$32.47 - $48.70/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Performs other duties as assigned by the Cath Lab Coordinator or Heart Program Director. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate ...

Serendipity Labs

Operations Coordinator

Madison, WI

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operations Coordinator - Full Time Do you thrive in collaboration and event planning Are you a ... Contribute lab social media content to central marketing and producing content for member ...

Serendipity Labs

Operations Coordinator

Madison, WI · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operations Coordinator - Full Time Do you thrive in collaboration and event planning Are you a ... Contribute lab social media content to central marketing and producing content for member ...

Serendipity Labs

Operations Coordinator

Madison, WI · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operations Coordinator Full Time Do you thrive in collaboration and event planning Are you a ... Contribute lab social media content to central marketing and producing content for member ...

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How much do lab coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab coordinator in Madison, WI is $27.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.30 and $32.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, laboratory safety knowledge, and a relevant science degree or experience in lab management. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), lab equipment, and safety certifications like OSHA training are typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help you manage workflows and coordinate between researchers, staff, and students. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and accurate laboratory operations that support research and educational objectives.

What is a lab coordinator?

A lab coordinator manages the operations of a science laboratory. As a lab coordinator, your primary job duties include coordinating lab use, acquiring new materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring all safety rules and regulations are met. The career may also involve working with hazardous materials, such as body fluids or disease organisms. To become a lab coordinator, you must have at least a bachelor’s degree, usually in a scientific field, as well as experience using lab tools and equipment. Additional qualifications include excellent analytical, communication, and managerial skills.

What is the difference between Lab Coordinator vs Lab Technician?

AspectLab CoordinatorLab Technician
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in a science or related fieldUsually an associate degree or certification in a specific lab area
Work EnvironmentOversees lab operations, manages schedules, and coordinates activitiesPerforms hands-on testing, sample preparation, and data collection
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in research labs, healthcare, and industrial settings for management rolesCommon in clinical, research, and manufacturing labs for technical tasks

While both roles work within laboratory settings, the Lab Coordinator primarily manages lab operations and staff, whereas the Lab Technician focuses on performing technical testing and data collection. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are some common challenges faced by lab coordinators, and how can they be addressed?

Lab Coordinators often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as managing inventory, ensuring equipment maintenance, and coordinating with researchers or students. One common challenge is balancing administrative tasks with hands-on support, especially during busy periods or when resources are limited. Effective time management, clear communication, and establishing standardized procedures can help overcome these challenges. Building strong relationships with faculty, technicians, and suppliers also streamlines workflows and minimizes disruptions.
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Infographic showing various Lab Coordinator job openings in Madison, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,054 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Laboratory Sample Coordinator (On-Call) / Madison, WI (On-Site)

Fortrea

Madison, WI • On-site

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Re-posted 28 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US.
We are currently seeking a Lab Sample Coordinator (On-Call), to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Each day is different, you will be exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.)
This is a full-time, office/clinic-based job in Madison, WI.
If you join us, you will work with some of the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.
Many are drawn to their profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, you'll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know you'll touch many patient's lives around the world.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
You will utilize your skills, knowledge, and clinical judgement to provide a high standard of care clinical research.
Other key responsibilities:
  • Prepare, label, store, pack and dispatch samples to external laboratories in accordance with federal regulations.
  • Learn and apply correct shipping procedures according to international regulations for biohazardous and dangerous goods.
  • Complete all related documentation. Tracks and documents PK sample shipments.
  • Organize and communicate sample dispatch dates.
  • Formulates specimen codes from protocol and prints labels.
  • Labels and sets up specimen containers.
  • Obtains body substances for testing in the approved manner. These substances may include blood, saliva, sputum, urine, and stool.
  • Uses universal precautions when handling specimens.
  • Assist with the maintenance, testing, calibration and cleaning of clinical equipment within the Clinical Operations department.
  • Monitor temperature and organize refrigerator and freezer space. Arrange for clinical samples to be archived as required.
  • Operates and maintains centrifuges, as required.
  • Perform basic laboratory procedures as appropriate.
  • Other duties as assigned

YOU NEED TO BRING...
  • High School diploma or equivalent

The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:
  • Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
  • Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
  • Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
  • Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
  • Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
  • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
  • Regular and consistent attendance.
  • Varied hours may be required.

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