Science Expo Event Lead - Part-Time, Flexible Hours

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

North Carolina

On-site

USD 28,000 - 30,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center seeks an event organizer to help plan the April 3, 2027 UNC Science Expo. As a signature event of the NC Science Festival, the Expo is UNC’s largest STEM outreach event, with more than 100 campus organizations leading hands-on STEM activities, plus stage shows, food trucks, and other interactive elements each year.

Duties include coordinating with external vendors, submitting necessary requests to UNC departments, and working with the internal Morehead

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience coordinating large-scale events preferred.
Ability to manage schedules and vendors effectively.

Responsibilities

Coordinating with external vendors to supply rental equipment, services, and materials
Submitting necessary requests to UNC departments including facilities and transportation and parking to support the event
Working with internal Morehead team to ensure marketing and communication and programmatic needs are met
Coordinating exhibitors, stage presenters, and food trucks
Serving as the lead staff member on the day of the event
Compiling survey responses and other feedback for post-event reporting
Assisting with other Morehead events as needed