The BTC Institute is hiring!

Job Opportunities

Are you passionate about science education and STEM outreach? Join the BTC Institute!

The BTC Institute is hiring for exciting opportunities to support our mission of making science accessible and inspiring to learners of all backgrounds. Through unique programming in biotechnology, community outreach, and astronomy, we empower learners and professionals alike.

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Collaborate in a supportive and innovative work environment
  • Contribute to impactful STEM educational programs
  • Enhance your skills through professional development opportunities
  • Make a difference by inspiring the next generation of scientists and leaders

Whether you’re passionate about teaching, program management, or operational support, the BTC Institute offers a fulfilling career where education and science come together to create meaningful change.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today to join a forward-thinking organization where your work truly matters.

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We are currently seeking dedicated individuals for the roles below. Please send a statement of interest and a resume or CV to btci@btci.org.

Complete Job Description: Office Administrator

Job Summary: 
This role encompasses accounting, logistical, administrative, and program coordination tasks to support a wide range of educational programs offered at the BTC Institute, ensuring seamless implementation of workshops, trainings, and events. The Office Administrator works closely with a team to maintain high-quality educational offerings and operational efficiency. 

General Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative assistance in daily operations.
  • Manage program registrations and registration platforms and coordinate information exchange with attendees and other stakeholders.
  • Coordinate all logistics to ensure necessary resources for effective implementation of workshops, courses, and events.
  • Maintain stocks as needed for office and laboratory course offerings.  

Complete Job Description: Program Director

Job Summary: 
The Program Director will work in collaboration with BTC Institute team members to oversee instructional design, development and implementation of educational programs for a diverse range of learners. This role encompasses all aspects of program development and coordination tasks, as well as program management within the BTC Institute’s portfolio to ensure seamless implementation of workshops, trainings, and events. The Program Director will work closely with other staff to maintain excellence in program delivery and operational efficiency and will serve as a mentor for team members. Occasional instructional support will be required in this role.

General Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Lead instructional design efforts for a wide range of hands-on biotechnology programs. 
  • Work with a team to deliver high-quality, high-impact educational experiences for learners ranging from introductory to advanced levels. 
  • Serve as a mentor for other team members, modeling excellence in program development and implementation. 
  • Create and deploy appropriate evaluation to allow us to continually improve our programs.  

 Founded in 1993, the BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTC Institute) is a non-profit, tax exempt, independent organization, which shares the BioPharmaceutical Technology Center (BTC) with Promega Corporation. Located in Madison, Wisconsin, more than 20,000 square feet of the BTC is designated for educational, scientific and cultural purposes. This includes a 300-seat auditorium, meeting rooms, classrooms, and laboratories for supporting biotechnology training and education. As detailed in our Statement of Purpose, the BTC Institute exists to:

  • offer training in biotechnology and biopharmaceutical manufacturing;
  • promote the exchange of information between industry, educators and the general public;
  • support the development of high technology industries;
  • facilitate science, technology, nature discovery and arts programs for children and young adults;
  • encourage greater understanding of the creative process;
  • enable community organizations to offer educational and cultural programs.

Supported through donations, grants and program revenues, BTC Institute activities are often offered in partnership with other educational organizations, e.g. the Dane County Schools Consortium, Madison College, UW-Madison and the NASA Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium. Promega Corporation, an international biotechnology company, serves as the BTC Institute’s primary corporate sponsor.