Photonics Education & Events Lead

Jobtailor; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New Jersey is seeking a seasoned photonics education events coordinator to lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of learning sessions, both in-person and virtual. You will work with internal experts to ensure accurate content, manage hosts, dates, and logistics, and supervise demonstrations.

This role requires 5+ years in photonics labs and STEM education, a Bachelor’s degree (PhD preferred), and strong written/verbal English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's or Ph.D. in Photonics-related field preferred
• 5+ years photonics lab experience
• 5+ years in STEM education or teaching
• Strong ability to present complex concepts clearly

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the creation and delivery of photonics learning events
• Track event requests, contact hosts, secure dates, confirm content, and ensure event delivery
• Teach educational content in person and explain background, process, expected results, and answer questions
• Present lab techniques and best practices, including pros and cons of alternatives
• Collaborate with internal experts to ensure accurate, clear, and concise explanations
• Support staff with setup, teardown, presentation, and maintenance of demonstrations
• Create operating procedures and train support staff on demonstrations and quality standards
• Curate and collect digital content with event staff and Marketing
• Provide Marketing feedback from event participants and ensure sufficient event materials
• Set up and break down equipment, furniture, and accessories for events
• Establish relationships with universities and institutions, present offerings, optimize events, and collect feedback
• Create, manage, and report event KPIs
• Crosstrain with Content Specialists to update course materials and equipment and propose new demonstrations
• Identify and execute strategies to expand educational platforms
• Maintain knowledge of new products, presentations, lab activities, and published content to identify educational opportunities

Skills

Photonics Education

Event Coordination

Technical Presentation

KPI Analysis

Lab Techniques

Operating Procedures Creation

Digital Content Curation

Demonstration Training

Educational Material Development

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Cultural Awareness

Team Collaboration

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's or Ph.D. in Photonics-related Field (Preferred)

Job description

Jobtailor in New Jersey is seeking a seasoned photonics education events coordinator to lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of learning sessions, both in-person and virtual. You will work with internal experts to ensure accurate content, manage hosts, dates, and logistics, and supervise demonstrations.

This role requires 5+ years in photonics labs and STEM education, a Bachelor’s degree (PhD preferred), and strong written/verbal English and Spanish.