Chemistry Outreach Coordinator

noriba GmbH; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 20,844 - 25,476; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a part-time Chemistry Outreach Coordinator to enhance STEM education in schools by providing chemistry services three days a week. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Chemistry or Education and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include coordinating outreach programs, training student workers, and consulting with teachers. This role is essential for maintaining community partnerships without benefits, revivable based on performance and funding. Join us in making a meaningful impact on local education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills are necessary.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are a must.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.
• Understanding of Juniata College’s mission is important.
• Valid driver’s license required, clear of major violations.

Responsibilities

• Provide chemistry education services to local schools.
• Coordinate and manage outreach initiatives and lab programs.
• Hire and supervise Juniata College student employees.
• Oversee scheduling and delivery of outreach equipment.
• Consult with local teachers to enhance science education.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Education, or related scientific discipline

Job description

Job Title:

Chemistry Outreach Coordinator

Posting Number:

20110652

Pay Rate:

Starting at $23,160 (over 10 mos)

Position Type:

Part Time/Temporary

Key Responsibilities :

Join Juniata College’s nationally recognized Science In Motion (SIM) program as a Part-time Chemistry Outreach Coordinator and help bring hands-on, high-impact science education to local school districts.

The Chemistry Outreach Coordinator plays a vital role in sustaining and expanding SIM’s chemistry-focused outreach efforts. This part-time position is essential to maintaining our existing partnerships and fulfilling contractual commitments to participating schools.

• Provide Science In Motion (SIM) chemistry education services 3 days per week in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) contracts
• Coordinate and implement outreach initiatives and lab programs for local schools
• Hire, train, and supervise Juniata College student employees
• Oversee the scheduling, delivery, and maintenance of outreach equipment
• Serve as a consultant to local teachers to support and enhance science education in the classroom

The Chemistry Outreach Coordinator is a part time 10-month position with no benefits and annual renewal based upon performance and funding.

Juniata College is committed to cultivating an equity-minded and equity-engaged campus culture, one that is inclusive and supportive of its students, faculty, and staff. We believe that all members of the College community share the responsibility to value diversity, seek equity, promote a sense of belonging. We seek candidates who are sensitive to the needs of an academic community that is diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or identity, disability status, and protected veteran status. …EOE

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Education, or a related scientific discipline
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of Juniata College’s mission and outreach vision
• Valid driver’s license required, clear of major violations. Juniata College reserves the right to review driving records to determine suitability for position.

Supervision Required/Given:

This role reports directly to the Outreach Director and works collaboratively with other STEM coordinators on campus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in educational outreach or similar programs
• Pennsylvania teaching certification
• Classroom teaching experience

Physical Demands:

Ability to unload and reload vehicle, push/pull loaded carts, usually lift up to 20-lbs and sometimes up to 50-lbs.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Why Join Us?
At Juniata College, you’ll be part of a passionate team bringing quality STEM education to communities that need it most. If you’re looking to make a difference in the lives of students and teachers—and have a background in science education—this is the role for you!Apply today to be a key part of our mission-driven outreach team.

Open Date:

02/05/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes