Non-FWS Physics Student Lab Tech

The Student Lab Tech in the Physics Department plays a key role in maintaining a clean, organized, and functional laboratory environment. Working under the supervision of the Department Chair, the student lab tech will assist in general laboratory upkeep, occasional support to instructors, and peers. The position offers valuable hands-on experience for students interested in gaining familiarity with lab operations and is ideal for those who have completed at least one physics course with a lab component.

Work schedules are flexible and designed to accommodate a student's academic commitments. Opportunities to work are generally available Monday through Friday throughout all semesters and during semester breaks, with hours arranged by mutual agreement.

This position offers students a chance to deepen their understanding of physics lab environments, improve communication and organizational skills, and gain meaningful experience working alongside faculty. Extended time on campus and consistent exposure to lab operations can enrich the student's academic and professional journey.

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization, including proper storage of equipment and materials.

• Occasionally assist faculty during laboratory sessions.
• Support department chair or faculty requests related to lab operations.
• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability in working independently on assigned tasks.
• Other duties as requested

Applicants should be currently enrolled at Stark State College. Students who have taken a physics course with a lab component in the Stark State Physics Lab are encouraged to apply.

• Strong communication skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused without direct supervision
• Basic familiarity with laboratory equipment and processes (preferred but not required)
• Willingness to collaborate occasionally with faculty and students
• Professional conduct and reliability

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.