Science Expo Event Lead - Part-Time, Flexible Hours

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Morehead Planetarium and Science Center) seeks a part-time UNC Science Expo Coordinator to help plan and run the annual UNC Science Expo event. This role supports 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule during event weeks, including some evenings and weekends.

The Coordinator will manage vendor coordination, internal collaboration, and day-of-event leadership to ensure a successful STEM outreach experience for campus and community audiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience coordinating large-scale events.
• Familiarity with UNC Campus.
• Experience with public science engagement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with external vendors for rental equipment, services, and materials.
• Submit facility, transportation, and parking requests to UNC departments.
• Collaborate with Morehead team for marketing, communication, and program needs.
• Coordinate exhibitors, stage presenters, and food trucks.
• Serve as lead staff member on event day.
• Compile survey responses for post-event reporting.
• Assist with other Morehead events as needed.

Skills

Event coordination

Large-scale events

Public engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Morehead Planetarium and Science Center) seeks a part-time UNC Science Expo Coordinator to help plan and run the annual UNC Science Expo event. This role supports 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule during event weeks, including some evenings and weekends.

The Coordinator will manage vendor coordination, internal collaboration, and day-of-event leadership to ensure a successful STEM outreach experience for campus and community audiences.