Graduate Research Assistant - STEM Curriculum Developer
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Posting Details
- Posting Number: 20255609V
- Position Title: Graduate Research Assistant - STEM Curriculum Developer
- Posting Type: Student
- Hours/week: 10-25 hours per week
- Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students
- Semester: 2025 Summer
- Location: Detailed Work Schedule
- Number of positions: 2-3
- Department: 205-Mechanical Engineering
- Contact Name: Deeksha Seth
- Contact Phone/Extension: 9-4992
Position Summary
We are seeking part-time STEM Curriculum Developers to support the creation of virtual learning materials for high school and early college students. The position involves developing single-subject and interdisciplinary lesson plans in STEM fields – such as math, biology, physics, and engineering. Some lessons will be inspired by themes in geology and paleontology. This work is part of a broader effort to create engaging, standard-aligned Virtual Field Trips (VFTs) and STEM learning experiences for national distribution. This is a remote, temporary position beginning in Summer 2025. The role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work with a collaborative and interdisciplinary team of educators and researchers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher
- Strong written communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
- K–12 educators with curriculum development experience or graduate students pursuing degrees in STEM fields (e.g., Math, Biology, Physics, Engineering, Education) are encouraged to apply
Additional Information
- Develop lesson plans, instructional content, and assessments in STEM subjects
- Create both single-discipline and interdisciplinary modules based on project needs
- Align curriculum with NGSS and state/national standards
- Upload and organize content on an online learning platform
- Design interactive exercises and student activities that foster engagement and understanding
- Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and external partners to ensure content accuracy and quality
Wage
Wage Rate: 18/hr
Posting Detail Information
Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 08/05/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you currently a Villanova student?
- Are you eligible for work study?
- * What is your availability? (days and times)
(Open Ended Question)
Optional Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents