Salary: $42,623.00 – $55,410.00 Annually
Location : Stark State College – Main Campus (North Canton)
Job Type: Full-time Staff (Non-exempt)
Job Number: 202400487
Division: Arts & Sciences Division
Department: Biology
Opening Date: 10/13/2023
Closing Date: 11/17/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Purpose
Our Biology Lab Technician coordinates and oversees the daily operations of the Biology Department laboratory facilities includes setup, maintenance and teardown of biology laboratory experiments and lab practicals; researching and ordering supplies, chemicals and equipment, within a specified budget; preparing biological specimens, solutions, cultures, and media, and providing support for departmental and college-wide initiatives related to the biology labs.
Typical hours of work: Monday through Friday 8:00a – 4:30p
Location: Main Campus (North Canton, Ohio)
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 would be a great fit if:
- You enjoy coordinating and performing safety protocols. Training faculty, tutors, student workers, and staff on safety procedures. Obtaining an file SDS required certifications and chain of custody materials concerning possible chemical, biological, or radiological hazards, and disposal of laboratory waste.
- Procuring, preparing and maintaining cadaver specimens. Coordinating and leading dissection of all incoming cadavers and training others in dissection techniques. Ensuring that all interactions with the cadavers follow prescribed guidelines. Maintaining a relationship with the institution providing the cadavers and ensuring that their policies are followed in relation to the cadavers.
- To be considered you’ll need:
- Associate degree or higher in biology or a closely related discipline.
- 1/2-2 years lab experience in a biology or closely related discipline.
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Excellent medical, dental & vision coverage; paid life and AD&D insurance; state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS); paid time off, sick leave and paid holidays; paid Stark State tuition, tuition reimbursement and 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.
Medical Benefits
In-Network Deductible Amount:
Individual $300
Family $600
Co-insurance (PPO – in network) 90%
Maximum Out-of-Pocket Amount for In-Network Providers:
Individual $1,200
Family $2,400
Flexible Spending Account Program (FSA)Optional – Health & Dependent Care
Dental Benefits
Calendar Year Maximum Benefit $3,000 per person
Orthodontic Lifetime Maximum Benefit $2,000 per person
Calendar Year Deductible Amount:
Individual $25
Family $75
Co-Payment (after the deductible amount is satisfied):
*Preventative & Diagnostic Services 100% of R & C
Basic Restorative Services 80% of R & C
Major Restorative Services 80% of R & C
Orthodontic Services. 60% of R & C
Vision Benefits
Eye Exams One regular eye exam in a rolling 12-month period, covered at 100%
Lenses One pair in a rolling 12 month period
Single Vision $75 allowance per pair
Bifocal $100 allowance per pair
Trifocal $125 allowance per pair
Lenticular $200 allowance per pair
Frames
Frames frequency limit 1 every rolling 24 months, $170 allowance
Retirement Benefits
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
The (OPERS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohio’s public employees and their families. OPERS is available to all staff Members. The College contributes 14% of the employees’ wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 10%.
State Teachers Retirement System
The (STRS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohio’s public educators. STRS is available to all faculty members. The College contributes 14% of the employees’ wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 14% of their wages toward the retirement benefit.
Alternative Retirement Plan
Faculty and staff may elect the Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) in lieu of one of the state plans.
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Accounts
Stark State College offers supplemental, voluntary savings options to help faculty and staff plan for retirement. Most employees are eligible to participate in the 403(b) and 457(b). These plans allow you to enhance your retirement savings through voluntary pre-tax (state and federal only) contributions to a Tax-Deferred Account (403(b) plan) and Deferred Compensation Program (457(b) plan).
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
$50,000 (PAID by College)
Voluntary Supplemental Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Up to $60,000 (optional – employee paid)
Time Off
Sick Days 1.25 days/month
Holidays 13 paid days per fiscal year
Personal Days 3 paid days per fiscal year
Educational Assistance
Tuition Assistance Employee (after 1-year of service)
Instructional Fees (Stark State tuition) Employee & Dependents
Reciprocal Enrollment Agreement (KSU Stark) Employee
Wellness
Employee Assistance Program Employee & Family
Fitness Center Privileges (KSU Stark) Employee
01
Do you have a minimum of 6 months to 2 years lab experience in biology or closely related discipline?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have an associate’s degree or higher in Biology or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
Required Question