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Lab Director Jobs in Frederick, MD (NOW HIRING)

Travel Cath Lab Tech

Hagerstown, MD · On-site

$2.9K - $3.1K/wk

Cath Lab Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 08/17/2026 * Duration ... Typical responsibilities include direct patient care, timely documentation, and coordination with ...

Competitive Pay * Weekly Direct Payroll Deposit * Travel and License Reimbursements * 401K Plus Match * Group Health Insurance Benefits * Medical Plan * Dental Plan * Vision Plan * Short and ...

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Travel Cath Lab Technologist

Hagerstown, MD · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Cath Lab Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration ... Weekly paychecks via direct deposit * Earned vacation bonuses for time worked * Paid holidays

Travel Cath Lab Tech

Hagerstown, MD · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Cath Lab Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration ... Direct-hire personnel * Per Diem * Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including ...

Lab Technician

Gaithersburg, MD

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment ... Summary The Lab Technician for OneLab, performs an entry level role in the testing of clinical DNA ...

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How much do lab director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab director in Frederick, MD is $125,363.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,400.00 and $137,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab director?

To thrive as a Lab Director, you typically need an advanced degree in a scientific discipline, extensive laboratory experience, and strong management skills. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), regulatory compliance protocols like CLIA or CAP, and quality assurance tools is crucial. Leadership, problem-solving, and excellent communication abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure effective lab operations, regulatory adherence, and a high standard of scientific integrity and safety.

What are some common challenges a lab director faces when managing a multidisciplinary team?

Lab Directors often oversee teams composed of scientists, technicians, and administrative staff from diverse backgrounds. A key challenge is ensuring effective communication and collaboration across these disciplines, especially when balancing research priorities with regulatory compliance and resource allocation. Building a culture of transparency and continuous improvement helps address these challenges, as does providing ongoing professional development to team members. Proactively managing conflicts and aligning the team's goals with the lab's overall mission are also crucial responsibilities.
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Infographic showing various Lab Director job openings in Frederick, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,363 per year, or $60.3 per hour.

Instructional Assistant, Science Lab

Frederick County Public Schools

Frederick, MD

$22.94/hr

Full-time, Contractor

Posted 10 days ago


Frederick County Public Schools (Maryland) rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

397th of 627 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

All education provided on your application must be supported by attaching a scanned copy of your high school diploma, transcription or college/university transcript.
Work Year Calendar and Hours
 


  • 10-month position (190 days / year), 7 hours per day
  • Daily Work Hours: TBD

 
For more information about employee benefits please go to: https://www.fcps.org/staff/benefits
Salary
 



  • Support Salary Scale Grade S07: $22.94 per hour starting

 
Under the Fair Labor and Standards Act this position is non-exempt from overtime.  Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Frederick County Public School System. Please see linked salary scale for the full range.
Role
Under the direct supervision of a certified classroom teacher, the Instructional Assistant, Science Lab organizes, maintains, and makes available all equipment, glassware, chemicals, organisms (preserved and living), and associated materials in proper quantities for the execution of laboratory experiments.
Essential Functions
Reporting directly to the Classroom Teacher/Administrator, the Instructional Assistant, Science Lab performs the following duties:
 









  • Check equipment for proper operation.
  • Maintain all stored chemicals in a properly coordinated fashion which provides ready access to chemicals for teachers while eliminating potentially dangerous storage conditions.
  • Mix chemical solutions to proper concentrations, and check solutions to be sure that chemicals react properly.
  • Check stocks of chemicals and living organisms for purity and viability.
  • Prepare laboratory equipment and materials for use in classroom activities.
  • Prepare laboratory equipment and materials for use by special contract students.
  • Maintain cultures of living materials, and prepare them for summer storage.
  • Prioritize work assignments appropriately.
  • Complete work assignments in an efficient manner; seek out additional assignments as time permits.
  • Demonstrate support for the organization and its goals; accepts constructive criticism.
  • Reports promptly for work, utilizes time wisely and maintains an acceptable attendance pattern.

 
Performs other duties as assigned by the Classroom Teacher/Administrator.
Required Qualifications
 



  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with biology and/or chemistry course work.
  • Ability to follow the directions of the science teachers.
  • Ability to operate the scientific equipment available in the laboratory.
  • Ability to safely prepare chemical solutions, including acids, bases, and organic compounds.
  • Ability to culture and maintain living organisms.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, concisely in both oral and written form.
  • Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.

 
Preferred Qualifications
 

  • Familiarity with the FCPS policies, goals and programs.

 
FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN WRITTEN TO INDICATE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING THIS POSITION.  IT IS NOT WRITTEN TO INCLUDE OR BE INTERPRETED TO INCLUDE A COMPREHENSIVE INVENTORY OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF THE EMPLOYEE.  NOTHING IN THIS DESCRIPTION RESTRICTS MANAGEMENT'S RIGHT TO ASSIGN OR REASSIGN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OR ADD REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME.
 






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