STEM Outreach Officer

Curtin University

Bentley, Perth WA (Hybrid)

Student Services, Other (Education and Training)

Contract/Temp

83,283 - 91,103 (G05) per annum, plus 17% super

About the Role: 

The Faculty of Science and Engineering at Curtin University is looking for a dedicated and passionate STEM Outreach Officer to join our Girls in STEM team and help inspire the next generation of STEM superstars! This role is all about connecting and empowering girls in their early high school years and inspiring them to explore study and career pathways in STEM disciplines, particularly engineering.

You will play an important part in helping students see the exciting possibilities that lie ahead by creating a welcoming and supportive environment for them to learn in, working alongside schools and teachers to deliver fun, educational and engaging workshops. Your work will help spark curiosity, develop essential skills such a problem-solving and creativity, build confidence in students and promote gender equity in STEM education and career pathways.

If you're excited about the opportunity to make a real impact on students’ lives and help them discover the possibilities of STEM, this could be the perfect role

for you!

Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the delivery of the Girls in STEM program, including preparing resources and facilitating STEM workshops focused on creativity and problem-solving.

Mentoring students, advocating for gender equity in STEM and inspiring future STEM superstars.

Promoting STEM pathways for school-aged students, particularly girls, through outreach initiatives.

Assisting  the Program Coordinator on various projects including communications, monitoring program effectiveness and developments 

Who we are looking for - Selection Criteria:

Essential Criteria:

Completion of a relevant STEM or education related diploma qualification with relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

A genuine passion for STEM and a desire to inspire the next generation of STEM students.

A strong commitment to gender equity and creating equal opportunities for all students in STEM.

Experience (or ability) to engage high school students in hands-on learning, with skills in workshop development, event management, and creating an inclusive learning environment.

Strong communication skills, including the ability to present effectively to diverse audiences and write clear, concise documentation, especially on STEM topics.

Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Proven ability to work collaboratively in teams and manage school students during activities, adapting your approach to meet them where they are.

Desirable:

Proven experience and knowledge of the school education environment.

Previous experience in delivering STEM engagement activities with female students.

Role Requirements:

As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check

Occasional travel to regional and rural areas to deliver workshops (transportation will be provided).

Ability to work outside of regular office hours as needed to support workshops and special events.

Your new Team:

The STEM Outreach team at Curtin University is dedicated to inspiring and engaging future scientists, engineers, and educators. We offer a variety of programs, including workshops, camps, excursions, incursions, and competitions, aimed at sparking excitement for science and engineering among young people. Our initiatives provide opportunities for students, teachers, and families to discover the amazing possibilities in these fields.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

At Curtin University, we value the diversity of the community and are passionate about fostering an inclusive culture in which all people feel respected, valued, welcome and safe.

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is committed to equity and opportunity in all aspects of employment including recruitment, career development, promotion and workplace support. 

To demonstrate this commitment, the faculty has developed a Diversity Awareness Program with a key focus on the areas of gender equity, diverse sex, sexuality and gender, ethnicity, disability and accessibility, and health and wellness. We aim to promote and improve awareness and participation of diversity and inclusion initiatives through the appointment of diversity representatives and male champions of change across the faculty.

As a university and faculty, we believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation and drive excellence, and we encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and racially diverse backgrounds to join the Faculty of Science and Engineering and make tomorrow better.

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contact our friendly team at CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au