Planetarium Program Lead

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska State Museum in Morrill Hall, Lincoln, is seeking a full-time Planetarium Coordinator to coordinate, develop, and deliver planetarium programming for PK-12, postsecondary students, and general visitors.

The role involves researching and creating full-dome educational experiences, including night sky visuals, interactive programming, and short-form videos, with emphasis on astronomy knowledge and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in BA/BS in Arts and Sciences or related field.
• Two years of experience developing and delivering interactive educational programming.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills related to educational presentations and student-centered programs.
• Ability to effectively lead large groups in an educational setting.
• Working knowledge of astronomy and resources for current astronomical information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, develop and help deliver the museum’s planetarium programming for pK-12, postsecondary students, and other visitors.
• Research and create full-dome educational experiences, including night sky visuals and interactive programming.
• Create short-form full-dome videos and educational content.

Skills

Educational programming experience

Oral and written communication

Group leadership

Astronomy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in BA/BS in Arts and Sciences or related field

Master’s degree in Communication, Education, Media Arts, Astronomy, Physics, Earth Sciences, or related field

Tools

Planetarium software

Data visualization software

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Audition

Blender

Cinema 4D

3D rendering software

Openspace/Worldviewer

Job description

The University of Nebraska State Museum in Morrill Hall, Lincoln, is seeking a full-time Planetarium Coordinator to coordinate, develop, and deliver planetarium programming for PK-12, postsecondary students, and general visitors.

The role involves researching and creating full-dome educational experiences, including night sky visuals, interactive programming, and short-form videos, with emphasis on astronomy knowledge and strong communication.