‘Career Options: K-12 Teaching/Outreach’
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...
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: 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...
Job Opportunities: 2 outreach-related openings at Stanford
Aug. 25, 2017—Youth Outreach Specialist – Job #76003 The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University is seeking a Youth Outreach Specialist to perform administrative and operational duties in support of Bay Area Headspace pilot sites based within the department’s Community Partnerships Team and affiliated Center for Youth Mental Health & Well-being. Headspace is a critical first...
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...
Job Opportunity: Deputy Director- Academic Coordinator II– Biology Scholars Program, Berkeley, CA
Aug. 3, 2017—The Biology Scholars Program (BSP) on the UC Berkeley Campus is hiring a Deputy Director (Academic Coordinator). This is a 100% full-time, two- year position which begins September 11, 2017 and may be renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding. The Biology Scholars Program (BSP) at UC Berkeley is a program that challenges...
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....
Mentor Young Scientists in Peru with Clubes de Ciencias Peru
Feb. 16, 2017—Clubes de Ciencia Peru Summer '17 Clubes de Ciencias Peru (CdeCPeru) is looking for talented young scientists to lead STEM workshops in Peru and mentor high school and college students. This summer (July 21st – 27th), the workshops will take place in Lima city. If selected, expenses for traveling, room & board, and materials for the...
2017 Nashville Area Career Fairs Consortium Teacher Recruitment Fair
Jan. 24, 2017—Nashville Area Career Fairs Consortium Teacher Recruitment Fair Nissan Stadium Thursday, February 23, 2:00pm-5:00pm For more information and to sign up: http://www.nashvillefairs.org/for-students-alumni/ (the password is careerfair) Participants (over 60 so far) include schools/Districts from the DC Metro, Denver CO, Atlanta GA, California, Seattle WA, New York, International Schools, Memphis TN and the Nashville Area.
Education Coordinator – American Society of Plant Biologists
Jan. 24, 2017—The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), a not-for-profit, member-based professional society of plant scientists located in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking well-qualified applicants to fill its part-time (30hrs. per week) Education Coordinator position. The Education Coordinator is responsible for implementing the Society’s education and outreach activities, as well as for administrative support and coordination of correspondence,...
Worcester Polytechnic Institute – STEM Education Center, Exec Dir position
Jan. 3, 2017—The STEM Education Center at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking candidates for the Executive Director position. The STEM Education Center supports WPI faculty with their BI efforts, is home to the Central MA STEM Network, oversees teacher professional development programs and the undergraduate teacher prep program. This is a full time, staff position that requires...
STEM Conference for Girls in 9th to 12th Grade
Dec. 15, 2016—Saturday, February 11, 2017 | 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. TWISTER (Tennessee Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Research) is a daylong professional conference for high school girls, presented by women working in Science, Technology, Engineering, Research, and Mathematics – related professions. TWISTER is seeking female role models currently working in a STEM-related field who...