Summer Opportunity - Visualization Lab Script Writer/Research Assistant

Colgate University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Colgate University in New York invites applications for a Summer Opportunity as Visualization Lab Script Writer/Research Assistant. This part-time role supports the Ho Tung Visualization Lab & Planetarium by crafting narratives for fulldome shows and educational programs, translating science into engaging content for K–12 audiences and university courses.

The position emphasizes collaboration with educators and scientists, strong writing, meeting deadlines, and independent project management.

Qualifications

• Strong creative writing and narrative storytelling skills.
• Experience in collaborative creative development.
• Proven ability to work with educators and scientists.
• Skilled at receiving and integrating feedback.
• Excellent communication and deadline management skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Support development of immersive fulldome experiences through scriptwriting and research.
• Translate complex concepts into engaging content for K–12 audiences, university courses, and public presentations.

Skills

Creative writing

Narrative storytelling

Collaborative development

Educator & scientist collaboration

Feedback integration

Deadline management

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

Job Category: Casual Wage

Position Title: Summer Opportunity - Visualization Lab Script Writer/Research Assistant

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Division: Dean of the Faculty

Department: Information Technology Services

Hiring Wage/Salary Range: $18.00 / hour

Department Statement

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities

The Ho Tung Visualization Lab & Planetarium seeks a qualified candidate to support the development of immersive fulldome experiences through scriptwriting and research. This role focuses on crafting compelling, scientifically accurate narratives for planetarium shows and educational programs.

The intern will work at the intersection of science, storytelling, and immersive media, helping translate complex concepts into engaging content for K–12 audiences, university courses, and public presentations.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Strong creative writing and narrative storytelling skills
• Experience in collaborative creative development
• Proven ability to work with educators and scientists
• Skilled at receiving and integrating feedback
• Excellent communication and deadline management skills
• Ability to manage projects independently

Preferred Qualifications

Education

High school or equivalent

Physical Requirements

Other Information

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number: 2026CW021Posting

Temporary: Yes

Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week

July 1st, 2026 through August 22nd, 2026

Job Open Date: 05/19/2026

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions Summary:

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

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