STEM Outreach Programs Coordinator, STEM EDGE

UOM University of Melbourne; Parkville; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities (e.g.

LinkedIn Learning access

Generous leave provisions

Discounts (Melbourne Theatre Company)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Melbourne is seeking a highly motivated STEM Outreach Programs Coordinator to lead flagship programs like STEM EDGE and The Science Experience within the Faculty of Science.

You will coordinate delivery, recruit participants, and ensure inclusive, safe learning experiences for girls and gender-diverse students.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of education, training and related experience.
• Demonstrate passion for STEM education and enthusiasm for engaging school students, especially girls and gender diverse students.
• Bring project management skills to deliver programs on time, within budget and with evidenced positive outcomes.
• Possess experience working with schools or youth programs and understanding of duty-of-care and child safety responsibilities.
• Show awareness of equity issues and barriers facing girls and gender diverse students pursuing STEM pathways.
• Demonstrate confidence communicating with varied stakeholders and initiative to host events, workshops and student activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and coordinate STEM EDGE, The Science Experience and other outreach programs within the Faculty.
• Promote programs, recruit participants and schools, and manage logistics to ensure safe, engaging and inclusive experiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with students, families, schools, mentors and University staff to support participation and impact.
• Recruit, train and support student mentors and volunteers, fostering community and positive role modelling for participants.
• Monitor program outcomes, evaluate and report data, and identify risks and improvements, including child safety requirements.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

STEM education passion

Communicating with schools

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent

Job description

Role type: Full-time; Fixed-Term for 12 months. Faculty: Faculty of Science. Department/ School: Student and Academic Services. Salary: UoM 6: $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super. Champion equity-focused STEM outreach for girls and gender diverse students. Coordinate flagship programs across Science. Grow your impact in a supportive, inclusive faculty.

What you will deliver:

• Plan, develop and coordinate STEM EDGE, The Science Experience and other outreach programs within the Faculty.
• Promote programs, recruit participants and schools, and manage logistics to ensure safe, engaging and inclusive experiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with students, families, schools, mentors and University staff to support participation and impact.
• Recruit, train and support student mentors and volunteers, fostering community and positive role modelling for participants.
• Monitor program outcomes, evaluate and report data, and identify risks and improvements, including child safety requirements.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of education, training and related experience.
• Demonstrate passion for STEM education and enthusiasm for engaging school students, especially girls and gender diverse students.
• Bring project management skills to deliver programs on time, within budget and with evidenced positive outcomes.
• Possess experience working with schools or youth programs and understanding of duty-of-care and child safety responsibilities.
• Show awareness of equity issues and barriers facing girls and gender diverse students pursuing STEM pathways.
• Demonstrate confidence communicating with varied stakeholders and initiative to host events, workshops and student activities.

What we offer you!

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation.
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning.
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.

Your new team – Student and Academic Services

You will join the Faculty of Science’s Student and Academic Services team, dedicated to transformative STEM education. The team leads flagship outreach programs that connect diverse school communities with inspiring scientists and authentic university experiences. We champion equity, inclusion and belonging, particularly for girls and gender diverse students exploring STEM futures. You will collaborate across schools, institutes and partners, gaining broad networks and support to grow your outreach expertise.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team.

Applications close: 25 October 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-018864 – STEM Outreach Programs Coordinator, STEM EDGE – PD.docx | JR-018864 – STEM Outreach Programs Coordinator, STEM EDGE – PD.pdf

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