Instructor - Biology jobs in Akron, OH

Stark State is seeking a qualified and dedicated individual to join our Biology Department as a part time lab technician. This part-time role plays a crucial part in supporting laboratory activities in our Akron facility, facilitating student learning and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned laboratories.

Typical Hours: (up to 29 hours per week)

Hours of work for this role are typically worked between Mon-Fri, 8a-5p (up to 29 hours per week). Flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

Location: Stark State Akron Campus, 360 Perkins St, Akron OH 44304

Pay: $17.03 - $22.99/hour, commensurate with experience

Who We Are:
The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Success for both our employees and our students is the result.

We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences and strive to provide an environment that makes students, faculty, staff and community feel welcome and valued.

You'll be a great fit if:
If you thrive in a laboratory environment and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting we are looking for you!

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare and set up biology laboratory experiments, lab practicals and activities in accordance with the curriculum for all biology sections.
• Ensure proper functioning, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Report any malfunctions or issues promptly.
• Assist in maintaining an organized inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and equipment. Monitor stock levels and coordinate with the department for timely replenishment.
• Work with faculty to ensure necessary laboratory materials (and laboratory exam materials) are available as needed.
• Oversee biology laboratory safety including training, safety contracts, chemical and hazardous material storage and disposal.
• Troubleshoot and provide prompt solutions to technical issues that may arise during laboratory sessions.
• Oversee and coordinate the cadaver-based anatomy and physiology open labs including care and preparation of cadavers.

To view the full job description, click here.

To be Considered You'll Need:
An Associate's degree in biology or a closely related discipline is required.
A minimum of (one) 1 year lab experience in biology or closely related discipline is required.

Preferred Qualifications (although not required):
A Bachelor's degree in biology or closely related discipline is preferred.
Cadaver dissection experience preferred.

Outstanding Benefits You Can Expect From Stark State:
Part-time employees receive state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS), paid Stark State tuition, & employee assistance program.

The work you do at Stark State will matter to the thousands of students who walk through our doors, and eventually across the commencement stage, on their journey to a better tomorrow. Come join us and learn how your aspirations can be part of a better future for them – and you.

We love meeting stellar candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply.

In order to improve hiring efficiency, be more responsive, and help us find the best candidates Stark State has implemented the use of a few recruiting tools such as Qualifi and Skill Survey. You may hear from us through one of these platforms during the recruitment process.

Qualifi is a cloud-based phone interviewing platform. Think of this like traditional phone interviews, but faster – allowing us to be more responsive to you, the applicant.

Checking candidates’ references for multiple top candidates provides a valuable means of verifying skills and experience represented in resumes and interviews. SkillSurvey Reference®, a cloud-based, data-driven solution allows us to access relevant feedback from references provided by our candidates. The chosen references receive job-specific surveys on at least 26 critical behaviors and skills. These behavioral competencies have been scientifically studied and have been shown to correlate with work outcomes.

Should you have any questions regarding your application or our recruiting and hiring process, please reach out to HR@starkstate.edu.

All instructional and general fees for credit, audit, or non-credit courses offered at Stark State College will be paid by the College from income of the College budgeted for employee benefits up to an amount per academic semester not to exceed such fees for six credit hours per semester.
A part-time employee may enroll in any section or course on a spaceavailable basis. To qualify for this benefit, employees: Eligible part-time employees desiring this benefit must complete an Instructional Fee Waiver form available on mystarkstate and must submit it to the employee’s supervisor for approval.


Instructional fees are available for IRS dependents of part-time employees. All instructional and general fees for credit, audit, or non-credit courses offered at Stark State College will be paid by the College from income of the College budgeted for employee benefits for dependents of part-time employees for six semester hours per academic year per employee.

Dependents of part-time employees may enroll in any section or course on a space-available basis. The student will be required to pay the processing fee and all other incidental fees associated with the course enrolled in each semester.

Dependents of employees classified as student workers, substitute workers, or seasonal workers will not be eligible to participate in this program. Dependents of part-time employees who are eligible for tuition waivers such as College Credit Plus, various scholarships and grants, and other such nonloan programs must use those funds prior to use of the Instructional Fee Waiver benefit.
Tax Sheltered Annuity Programs (403 b and 457).
AFLAC (Short-term disability).
Allstate, Liberty Mutual (Insurance options)