ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Biology Department Chair Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Exeter

Biology Lab Coordinator

Exeter, NH · On-site

$35.68 - $37.20/hr

Biology Lab Coordinator REPORTS TO ... Science Department Chair STATUS/HOURS: Full-time, 12-month, Monday - Friday 40 hours per week, some ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsBiology Department Chair Jobs

Biology Department Chair information

See salary details

$9

$34

$62

How much do biology department chair jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for biology department chair in the United States is $34.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.84 and $43.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a biology department chair?

A Biology Department Chair is a faculty member responsible for overseeing the academic and administrative functions of a college or university's biology department. They provide leadership in curriculum development, faculty hiring, budgeting, and research initiatives. The chair also represents the department in institutional meetings and ensures that academic standards and policies are upheld. Additionally, they may continue to teach and conduct research while managing departmental activities.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a biology department chair?

A Biology Department Chair’s daily responsibilities often include overseeing faculty assignments, coordinating course offerings, managing departmental budgets, and facilitating meetings. The role also involves mentoring faculty, addressing student concerns, and ensuring compliance with institutional and accreditation standards. Department Chairs frequently collaborate with other academic departments and university administration to develop new programs or research initiatives. Balancing administrative duties with teaching or research commitments is common, making strong organizational skills essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a biology department chair?

To excel as a Biology Department Chair, you should possess a doctoral degree in biology or a related field, substantial teaching and research experience, and proven leadership abilities. Familiarity with academic management software, accreditation processes, and funding application systems is often required. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills help you motivate faculty and foster a positive departmental culture. These competencies enable effective departmental administration, strategic planning, and advancement of both educational and research objectives.

More about Biology Department Chair jobs

What are the most commonly searched types of Biology Department Chair jobs?

The most popular types of Biology Department Chair jobs are:

What states have the most Biology Department Chair jobs?

States with the most job openings for Biology Department Chair jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Biology Department Chair jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Biology Department Chair jobs are:

Biology Department Chair jobs near you
Infographic showing various Biology Department Chair job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,689 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Lab Manager, Biology Laboratories

North Park University

Chicago, IL • On-site

$50K/yr

Full-time, Contractor

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

About North Park

Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of over 3,200 students from around the country and the world.

North Park University is located in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago, one of the most ethnically diverse zip codes in the United States. It is nine miles from downtown Chicago. The North Park campus has often been referred to as an oasis in the heart of the city – a place where students from urban, rural, and suburban backgrounds alike can call home. And all of this within the major metropolitan backdrop of Chicago: one of the world’s largest and most diversified economies, renowned for its museums and music, and voted best large city in the U.S. for four years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler.

Mission

The mission of North Park University is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.

Vision

Building on our core institutional identity—Christian, city-centered, intercultural—our vision is to create a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet.

Position Summary:

The Biology Department seeks a responsible and skillful Lab Manager for its laboratories. A full-time, 12-month position, the Lab Manager for Biology Laboratories will oversee the laboratory teaching support needs, including specimen preparations, laboratory equipment set-up and lab clean-up.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee biology laboratory preparations, equipment setup and lab cleanup for all biology
  • courses.
  • Oversee departmental student lab assistants.
  • Collaborates with the lab safety officer to ensure safe lab operations.
  • Oversees biology lab equipment and instrumentation.  Coordinates appropriate preventative maintenance for departmental equipment (e.g. sterilizer, dishwater, etc.).
  • Removal of all biological and chemical waste materials including animal cage bedding and human cadaver waste.
  • Aids in care and removal of all live and preserved animals and plants.
  • Support faculty in the teaching of laboratories including setup and take down of lab
  • experiments
  • Coordinates the ordering of supplies to support teaching and research in the department.  
  • Attends and give reports at biology department meetings regarding labs and safety. 
  • Works with Physical Plant to ensure that Biology labs are in good working condition.
  • Drive to obtain items from local vendors
  • Completes other duties as assigned by the department chair.

Salary: $50,000 per year

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or a related discipline
  • A clear understanding of and personal commitment to North Park University’s mission of Christian higher education and intercultural values
  • Laboratory Experience

Desired Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Biology or a related discipline
  • Employment experience in a laboratory setting

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Prescription Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Commuter Benefit
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Remission
  • Helwig Recreation Center