Career Options: K-12 Teaching/Outreach

Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd. Nashville, TN 37203 TWISTER Internship 2016 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… Read More

Aspirnaut Certificate Program*** in K-12 Science Communication & Outreach    Cohort of 3-5 students/semester Application accepted on a rolling basis until November 1st until filled Course session 1-3 start mid-November   In many cases, this is the first opportunity for the K-12 students to interact with a scientist. This interaction between… Read More

Seeking Scientists to Engage the Public on Synthetic Biology Interested in engaging the public and getting communication skill support? In the summer of 2016, 200 science museums and other sites across the U.S. will be conducting hands-on activities and forum conversations to engage the public with synthetic biology. Funded by… Read More

No matter what you field you want to pursue, it's a good idea to network with like-minded individuals who share your professional passions and interests. That's true for careers in K-12 Education or Science Outreach, too. Check out the Network of STEM Education Centers. Also, download a list… Read More

In the month of April, the Office of Career Development is featuring a Beyond the Lab video each day of the month, highlighting awesome alumni in the video series.  Today we highlight Abby Cheng, PhD, the Volunteer Program Manager, Science Club for Girls. Dr. Cheng was a speaker at our 2015 BRET Annual Career… Read More

Exploring careers in STEM outreach and education? Consider joining the following listservs to receive pertinent announcements and job opportunities delivered right to your inbox. (P.S. If you have others to add to this list, please let our office know!)   https://calmail.berkeley.edu/manage/list/listinfo/education.outreach@lists.berkeley.edu https://mailman.stanford.edu/mailman/listinfo/outreachjobannouncements ​https://po.missouri.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=NABI-L&A=1  … Read More

The 64th Middle Tennessee Science and Engineering Fair will take place at Belmont’s Wedgewood Academic Center on March 18.  The MTSEF is affiliated with the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair and its two grand prize winners will go to compete at ISEF in May.   The judging for… Read More

Teaching Assistants Vanderbilt Summer Academy is currently accepting applications for Teaching Assistant positions for 2016. We are currently conducting interviews and will accept applications until all positions are filled. We seek applicants from a variety of disciplines, particularly STEM subjects. Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree by the time of… Read More

The Eberly College of Science office of Outreach and Science Engagement (OSE) invites candidates to apply for the position of Education Program Associate to contribute across the full spectrum of the science outreach programs. This position reports to the Director of Outreach and Science Engagement. The successful candidate should, in… Read More

The Scientist in the Classroom Partnership (SCP) Program at Vanderbilt is looking for two new fellows for the 2015-2016 school year! Each fellow will earn a topping up award of $7000 to participate in the program. The program includes a two-week summer workshop (or 3 weeks – mornings only depending… Read More