STEM Education Programs Coordinator (Hybrid)

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

13 paid holidays

Winter closure

Paid time off

Parental and family care leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is seeking a Program Coordinator to organize and implement K-12 STEM initiatives, including Educational Tours, Bio-Coding Club, and classroom outreach. You will work closely with the Associate Director to develop curricula and training, while also handling scheduling and logistics for Broad programs.

The role is hybrid with on-site presence in Cambridge, MA, and regular collaboration with Cambridge Public Schools and CSV.

Qualifications

• BS in biology, computer science, science education, or other related scientific discipline with 2+ years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience engaging middle/high school students through STEM programs (in or out of school).
• Ability to develop and deliver STEM curricula.
• Ability to facilitate interactions with students, educators, and administrative partners.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment to handle tasks and solve problems.
• Initiative and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent communication skills: public speaking, writing, teaching, presentations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities related to existing K-12 STEM programming (Broad Scientists in the Classroom, Bio-Coding Club, etc.).
• Provide professional development for educators to start Bio-Coding Clubs.
• Attend events and recruit educators to expand Bio-Coding Club networks.
• Manage volunteer coordination with Cambridge Public Schools and CSV.
• Develop new curriculum with Broad scientists for Bio-Coding Club.
• Support Broad Summer Scholars Program coordination with rising high school seniors.
• Recruit and train Broad community volunteers.
• Maintain program calendars and communications with Broad staff and partners.
• Assist with scheduling, catering, data entry and event planning.
• Maintain relationships with educators and STEM practitioners at partner institutions.
• Assist with coordination of OSEI events and educational tours for local school groups.

Skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Teaching

Presentations

Team collaboration

Education

BS in biology, computer science, science education or related field with 2+ years experience

Job description

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is seeking a Program Coordinator to organize and implement K-12 STEM initiatives, including Educational Tours, Bio-Coding Club, and classroom outreach. You will work closely with the Associate Director to develop curricula and training, while also handling scheduling and logistics for Broad programs.

The role is hybrid with on-site presence in Cambridge, MA, and regular collaboration with Cambridge Public Schools and CSV.