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Instructor of Biology

Stark State College
$44,244.00 - $57,516.00 Annually
medical insurance, vision insurance, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Akron
Jun 23, 2025
Position Purpose Stark State College is seeking a dedicated and student-focused full-time Instructor of Biology to join us in the upcoming fall semester. The ideal candidate will teach a range of biology courses, contribute to curriculum development, and support student success through innovative instruction. The successful candidate will contribute to the College's commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. This position is a full-time, 180-day contract position starting in August 18, 2025. Typical Hours/Days of Work: Varied with each semester due to courses and office hours. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, satellite and/or online courses. Location: Our faculty have the opportunity to instruct in North Canton and Akron Campus as well as online. Pay: $44,244 - $57,516, 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. You'll be a Great Fit if: A successful candidate will enjoy teaching and teaching-related activities, look forward to professional development and look to be of service to the department, division, college and our community. Typical Responsibilities Include: Prepare and deliver engaging and effective instruction in various courses (including anatomy and physiology (introductory and cadaver-lab based), microbiology, biology, and environmental science). Teach across multiple modalities: in-person (day/evening/weekend), hybrid, and online (as assigned). Implement innovative teaching methodologies and integrate technology to enhance the learning experience. Develop course materials, assignments, and assessments aligned with student learning outcomes. Demonstrate effective communication skills and a foster collaborative learning environment. Contribute to curriculum development and assessment activities. Provide student academic support through appropriate office hours and academic advising as outlined within the department. Assist with department activities to promote the success of Stark State College. Additional experience in cadaver-based anatomy and physiology, cadaver dissection, and microbiology is a plus (although not required). To view the full job description, click here. To be Considered You'll Need: A Master's Degree in Biology or closely related field OR a Bachelor's Degree with a major certification, or professional credential dictated by the field. Degree(s) must be from a regionally accredited institution at the time they were conferred. Candidate will be expected to possess a high level of proficiency in the English language. This proficiency is essential for effective communication, instruction, and interaction with students and colleagues. Preferred Qualifications (although not required): Two years of teaching experience at the college level is preferred. Experience in coordinating and mentoring students who are conducting undergraduate research projects. Additional experience in cadaver-based anatomy and physiology, cadaver dissection, and microbiology is a plus. Click Here to View Outstanding Benefits You Can Expect From Stark State College: Full-time employees can expect 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. Stark State College utilizes E-Verify to ensure compliance with applicable employment eligibility laws. E-Verify is an electronic system used to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires. This process will be conducted in accordance with I-9 verification and will be done promptly upon hire for all incoming employees. To understand what E-Verify is and how it works please visit E-Verify. Should you have any questions regarding your application or our recruiting and hiring process, please reach out to HR@starkstate.edu.