About the role
Department Overview:
The Biogarage is a shared research resource that houses advanced instrumentation, technologies, and servies that are available to researchers across campus. The Biogarage aims to foster innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. By lowering barriers to access and fostering collaboration among diverse research groups, the Biogarage accelerates scientific discovery and innovation. The facility works closely with campus core facilities, including the Genome Editing Core, to support a broad range of research activities.
Anticipated Start Date:
8/29/2026
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 6
Schedule:
Schedule can be flexibile, but it is much more useful to be able to come in 3 or more times per week.
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: $18.00 per hour
Number of Positions:
2
Qualifications:
Current undergraduate or graduate student, preferrably in a life science or related field
Interest in molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology, or biomedical research
Self-starter who takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently follows tasks through to completion
Prior laboratory experience preferred but not required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records
Ability to learn laboratory procedures and operate scientific instrumentation
Service-oriented mindset when interacting with facility users and researchers
Initiative and enthusiasm for helping develop and grow a new campus research resource
Position Summary/Job Duties
Assist with daily operations of the Biogarage shared research facility
Perform routine laboratory assays and workflows
Support instrument scheduling and user coordination
Communicate with researchers regarding facility access, training, and services
Maintain laboratory organization, supplies, and equipment readiness
Assist with documentation and operational recordkeeping
Provide occasional support for Genome Editing Core activities
Contribute ideas and support efforts to expand and improve Biogarage services and user engagement
Physical Demands
Ability to work in a laboratory environment
Ability to stand for extended periods while performing laboratory tasks
Ability to lift and move supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate laboratory instruments and handle small laboratory materials
Ability to follow laboratory safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Institutional Statements
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/