Innovation & STEM Ecosystems Lead — Tuition Remission

University of Maryland Baltimore County; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 72,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans

Wellness opportunities

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Maryland Baltimore County is seeking an Assistant Director of Innovation and STEM Ecosystems to lead the Maryland Invention Convention and expand partnerships across Maryland. This grant-funded, staff-full-time role focuses on advancing K-12 STEM and invention education, with emphasis on equitable access and educator support.

The role is based on UMBC Campus and includes developing educator training, managing grants, and serving as a liaison to STEM community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Minimum 2+ years in STEM and/or innovation education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and low-income communities.
• Budget and/or grant writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Grow and maintain relationships on behalf of Maryland Invention Convention.
• Oversee Maryland Invention Convention State Competition.
• Provide support and professional development for educators.
• Identify and manage grant and sponsorship opportunities to support the Invention Convention and the STEM Ecosystem.
• Serve as the point of contact for the STEM Community Partners.

Skills

STEM experience

Communication

Diversity awareness

Grant writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

University of Maryland Baltimore County is seeking an Assistant Director of Innovation and STEM Ecosystems to lead the Maryland Invention Convention and expand partnerships across Maryland. This grant-funded, staff-full-time role focuses on advancing K-12 STEM and invention education, with emphasis on equitable access and educator support.

The role is based on UMBC Campus and includes developing educator training, managing grants, and serving as a liaison to STEM community partners.