Industrial Placement Student STEAM Educator (12 Months)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in the UK is offering a one-year Industrial Placement for a student as a STEAM Educator. This role involves developing and delivering STEAM lessons, collaborating with local schools, and supporting lab activities. Candidates should be passionate about teaching, currently pursuing a STEM degree, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility between remote and on-site work during the placement from September 2026 to August 2027.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be studying a university qualification which incorporates an Industrial Placement as a formal accredited part of their studies.
• Passionate about teaching and working with students.
• Strong interest in science education, science communication, public engagement, outreach or social justice work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organise, multitask, prioritise work and problem-solve.
• Self-motivated; able to deliver results with limited direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and delivery of STEAM activities.
• Set up the lab and prepare practical materials prior to student visits.
• Support and complete administrative tasks associated with student visits and events.
• Manage and maintain lab supplies and inventory.
• Support the training of STEM ambassadors.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Algebra

Classroom Experience

Lesson Planning

Special Education

Adult Education

Special Needs

Calculus

Teaching

Geometry

Experience with Children

Public Speaking

Education

Currently studying a STEM degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Industrial Placement Student - STEAM Educator (12 Months)

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that aims to discover, develop and commercialize innovative new medicines so people with serious diseases can lead better lives. Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, MA Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices around the world in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

Vertex is looking for an enthusiastic, curious and dedicated student to join our Community Affairs team for a one-year Industrial Placement. The Oxford Learning Lab is devoted to enhancing science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education in our community. It hosts several STEAM programs where visiting students work alongside Vertex professionals to inspire scientific inquiry and develop the next generation of scientists.

The Oxford Learning Lab student will gain experience developing, adapting and delivering STEAM lessons while working directly with local schools and Vertex scientists. They will support all aspects of the work of the Oxford Learning Lab and have the opportunity to partner with Learning Lab volunteers and Vertex scientists.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the development and delivery of STEAM activities
• Set up the lab and prepare practical materials (e.g., prepare reagents) prior to student visits and break down and clean up after students leave
• Support and complete administrative tasks associated with student visits and events (e.g., administer participant questionnaires, student and volunteer tracking)
• Manage and maintain lab supplies and inventory
• Support the training of STEM ambassadors

Qualifications (Required)

• Currently studying a STEM degree
• Passionate about teaching and working with students
• Strong interest in science education, science communication, public engagement, outreach or social justice work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organise, multitask, prioritise work and problem‑solve
• Self‑motivated; able to deliver results with limited direction
• Candidates must be studying a university qualification which incorporates an Industrial Placement as a formal accredited part of their studies

Role Duration

September 2026 to August 2027

Our Ways of Working

Flex @ Vertex details

Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

In this Hybrid-Eligible role you can choose to be designated as:

• Hybrid – work remotely up to two days per week; or
• On‑Site – work five days per week on‑site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and / or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager or contact Talent Acquisition at

Key Skills

• Early Childhood Education
• Algebra
• Classroom Experience
• Lesson Planning
• Special Education
• Adult Education
• Special Needs
• Calculus
• Teaching
• Geometry
• Experience with Children
• Public Speaking

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1