‘Career Options: K-12 Teaching/Outreach’
Fellowship opportunity teaching science abroad with Science Corps; Applications due January 31
Jan. 5, 2018—Science Corps: Expanding science capacity internationally. Science Corps was founded by Dr. Eddy Rubin, CSO at Metabiota and a geneticist and genomicist who has spent more than 25 years as a member of the faculty of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California where he also served as the Director of the DOE Joint Genome Institute where he played...
Job Opportunity: Community Manager, Genspace, Brooklyn, NY
Nov. 15, 2017—COMMUNITY MANAGER About the Position Genspace is searching for a Community Manager to develop our relationships with the public, partners, and our community. This role requires the administration of day-to-day aspects of Genspace including, but not limited to, scheduling, coordinating, and running events, classes, workshops and programs. The Community Manager will work closely with the...
Job Opportunity: Director of Science Education, Genspace, Brooklyn, NY
Nov. 15, 2017—DIRECTOR OF SCIENCE EDUCATION About the Position Genspace is searching for a Director of Science Education to teach biotechnology classes and build curricula for our cohort of high school, university, and adult students. We offer hands-on workshops, courses, and project support in the life sciences in areas such as molecular, cellular, and synthetic biology at...
Yale Ciencia Academy Application Deadline Extended to November 17
Nov. 8, 2017—The Yale Ciencia Academy is a FREE year-long (January – December) program to provide graduate students with opportunities for mentoring, peer support and networking; to develop skills important for career advancement; and to contribute to their communities through science outreach. YCA complements graduate training by connecting PhD, MD/PhD, or PsyD students conducting biological, biomedical or behavioral sciences research with...
Job Opportunity: Education Outreach & Communications Manager, The University of Chicago
Oct. 26, 2017—The Education Outreach & Communications Manager for Special Programs will oversee three innovative career preparedness programs: myCHOICE, Chicago EYES, and researcHStart. The Manager will provide essential curriculum and logistical support to both myCHOICE and the UCCCC, thereby creating a bridge between two of the University's newest initiatives in professional development support and outreach, and the...
Job Opportunity: Director – Center for STEM Education and Outreach, James Madison University
Oct. 20, 2017—James Madison University is seeking a Director for its Center for STEM Education and Outreach. The Center, founded in 2008 is transitioning from part-time leadership to a full-time director in order to bolster high-quality science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education for all K-16 students. The STEM Center works with JMU students, K-12 educators, university faculty and staff, parents, policymakers and...
Job Opportunity: American Society for Microbiology Headquarter Fellow, Washington DC
Oct. 9, 2017—Description: The American Society for Microbiology’s (ASM) Communications Committee has an opening for an ASM Headquarter Fellows; this is a 12-month position. The Communications Committee’s mission is to engage, inform, and excite public audiences about ASM’s science by: Identifying strategic, global issues and provide timely information that informs and engages audiences; and Empowering ASM members...
Science Outreach Specialist, Universities Space Research Association, Moffett Field, CA
Oct. 6, 2017—USRA is hiring a Science Outreach Specialist to implement science outreach activities designed to increase and enhance the scientific engagement and output of the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA). This includes developing workshops, presentations, events, newsletters and web-based materials that are uniquely suited to the needs of the astronomical science community. This position is based...
ASPIRE Internship: Adventure Science Center TWISTER Intern
Sep. 29, 2017—Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd. Nashville, TN 37203 TWISTER Internship 2017 The Adventure Science Center (ASC) is an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that ignites curiosity and inspires the lifelong discovery of science. TWISTER (Tennessee Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Research) is a daylong professional conference for high school girls, presented by women...
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth is now accepting course proposals for its Summer 2018 student programs
Sep. 28, 2017—Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth is now accepting course proposals for its Summer 2018 student programs. PTY programs provide high-ability students opportunities to take unique classes developed and taught by Vanderbilt faculty and/or graduate students. Proposals from all disciplines are encouraged. Course proposals should include: Curriculum vitae (for new instructors only) Course title(s) and a brief course description of...
Job Opportunity: District Partnership Manager, Mystery Science, San Francisco CA
Sep. 14, 2017—District Partnership Manager We’re looking for a District Partnership Manager who can help school districts get started with Mystery Science. We want to make it as easy as possible for our district partners to get started with Mystery Science and to feel supported as their teachers teach our curriculum. Your job will be to support...
Fellowship opportunity with The American Society for Microbiology’s (ASM) Communications Committee
Sep. 14, 2017—The American Society for Microbiology’s (ASM) Communications Committee has an opening for an ASM Headquarter Fellows; this is a 12-month position. The Communications Committee’s mission is to engage, inform, and excite public audiences about ASM’s science by: Identifying strategic, global issues and provide timely information that informs and engages audiences; and Empowering ASM members to...
Job Opportunity: Postdoctoral Positions with The Center for Advancing STEM Teaching, Learning & Evaluation (CASTLE) at the Rochester Institute of Technology
Aug. 25, 2017—The Center for Advancing STEM Teaching, Learning & Evaluation (CASTLE) at the Rochester Institute of Technology seeks two post-docs in the areas of physics, biology or chemistry education to join an HHMI-funded project focusing on fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity in the natural sciences. Additional teaching and/or research activities may be negotiated, with...
MEGAMicrobe Event Volunteers Needed
Jul. 19, 2017—Interested in outreach? Volunteers and booth presenters are needed for VI4’s MEGAMicrobe event Oct 28th. This event will showcase microbes and microbe research to kids (6-14) and adults from the Nashville community. For more information, see www.vumc.org/viiii/outreach or contact edward.j.van.opstal@vanderbilt.edu. There will be an information meeting Thursday, Aug 3rd at 2:00 in MRBIII 1220.
Skype a scientist – opportunity to connect with students around the world without having to leave your lab!
Jul. 18, 2017—Skype a scientist gives you the opportunity to connect with students around the world without having to leave your lab! We match scientists with k-12 classrooms, and once matched, you will video chat into the classroom for a 30-60 minute session (you don’t have to use skype). The format is Q and A style so...
Perspective on ‘Reaching the public’ from VU Biological Sciences Ph.D. Alumnus, Edward van Opstal
May. 31, 2017—Edward van Opstal’s new blog post for the NIH BEST’s PhD/Postdoc blog series has posted! This month he discusses Reaching the Public. Check it out at the link below: Reaching the public – Edward van Opstal, Ph.D. (wordpress.com)
Internship Opportunity: Outreach Intern, Center for Science and Democracy, Cambridge, MA
May. 30, 2017—Outreach Intern 6 Month Paid Internship Center for Science and Democracy Union of Concerned Scientists Cambridge, MA Office http://www.ucsusa.org/about/jobs-ucs#outreachintern Do you think science should be a force for positive change instead of a political football? Are you excited about organizing and training energized young scientists to be better advocates? Here’s an opportunity to use your...
Scientist in the Classroom positions available for the 2017-2018 school year
May. 2, 2017—The Scientist in the Classroom Partnership Program, previously the National Science Foundation GK-12 Graduate Teaching Fellows Program, began serving Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools in January 2000. Currently, the Scientist in the Classroom Partnership (SCP) Program is a collaboration between five educational institutions of higher learning, in the greater Nashville area. In affiliation with Metropolitan Nashville Public...
Job Opportunity: Education Program Associate, Penn State Science Outreach, University Park, PA
Apr. 10, 2017—Penn State Science Outreach – Education Program Associate 2 Positions: The Eberly College of Science (ECoS) Office of Science Outreach invites candidates to apply for the position of Education Program Associate. This position reports to the Director of Science Outreach. The successful candidate should, in collaboration, expect to contribute to the following: Program Planning and...
Volunteers needed for The Destination Imagination State Tournament
Mar. 15, 2017—Destination Imagination (DI) (https://www.destinationimagination.org) is a creative problem solving program designed to inspire the global community of learners to utilize diverse approaches in applying 21st century skills and creativity. K-12 students form teams and compete in various themed challenges. Challenges are in the fields of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), fine arts and service learning....