he Forum Coordinator will develop, present, and facilitate programs, media, and high-profile events that engage the public in conversations and research activities (such as citizen science and technology assessment activities) around the social and ethical dimensions of emerging scientific and technological issues. This person will work closely with staff in other departments, and will participate in collaborations with other institutions and organizations, including collaborative research efforts with colleges and universities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Developing and presenting forums and other programming: 4-6 per year. Duties will include content development, booking and working with speakers, participant registration, marketing, and program evaluation.
  • Researching topics, information, and social dimensions of issues in current science: ongoing
  • Presentations given: 1 or 2 per week on average
  • Media created: 2-4 per year

WORK SCHEDULE:

This position is grant-funded, full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday.
REPORTS TO:

Director, Current Science & Technology

Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelors of Science or Arts degree preferred.
  • One (1) or more years of science education experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with people and to consider multiple and diverse perspectives
  • Strong background in science, technology, and/or engineering
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High level of initiative and enthusiasm
  • Demonstrated ability to working within a team

STARTING SALARY:

Non-Exempt (Hourly). Commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS:

Benefits for full-time, non-exempt (hourly) staff include: free parking, T accessibility, 15 vacation days, 12 holidays, 5-10 sick days, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement and savings plan, health care/dependent care flex spending plan, employee discounts, employee referral program, tuition assistance, professional development, direct deposit, free admission, free Duck Tours, discounted movie passes, and much more!
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
No phone inquiries, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted within two to four weeks of initial application.

How To Apply:
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://mos.applicantpro.com/jobs/189890-29461.html

Apply by:
March 18, 2015