Education & Science Engagement Lead — LA Area

UC Santa Barbara; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory at UC Santa Barbara seeks an Education and Science Engagement Coordinator to administer education programs for local schools and community groups in the Los Angeles/Long Beach area, near the San Pedro port complex. The role emphasizes air quality science, data interpretation, and hands-on learning with sensors.

You will build modules, deliver programs, foster school and community partnerships, manage logistics and travel, and support related outreach and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, public health, environmental science, communications, or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience and/or a master's degree or relevant certifications.
• Requirements to work with public schools (fingerprint screening, TB test) must be completed at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Develop informal after-school education modules on environmental data science, air quality, and public health.
• Administer education programming and deliver modules to students, teachers, and communities.
• Collaborate with schools and community groups to organize events, field trips, and activities.
• Build partnerships with schools, principals, teachers, students, and local residents.
• Manage logistics, budgets, and administrative tasks for education programs.

Skills

Education background

Public health

Environmental science

Communications

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (optional)

Job description

The Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory at UC Santa Barbara seeks an Education and Science Engagement Coordinator to administer education programs for local schools and community groups in the Los Angeles/Long Beach area, near the San Pedro port complex. The role emphasizes air quality science, data interpretation, and hands-on learning with sensors.

You will build modules, deliver programs, foster school and community partnerships, manage logistics and travel, and support related outreach and