Science Communicator Jobs

The ingenuity of First Peoples from North America is all around us. Visitors will have a chance to experience that first-hand when visiting theIndigenous Ingenuity: Timeless Inventionstraveling exhibition.The exhibition prompts visitors to explore and celebrate the diversity, interconnectedness, and resourceful ways of knowing and being that Indigenous knowledge and innovations provide in the global community. Visitors will observe nature, listen to knowledge bearers, experiment with scientific principles, and transmit and share experiences with others!

Indigenous Ingenuity: Timeless Inventionstravelling exhibit will be touring through 20 communities across Northern Ontario, spending multiple weeks in each community. We are looking for individuals with a willingness to travel regionally(accommodations and meal allowance provided where applicable), the ability to stay organized while on the road, experience in delivering programming to varied audiences and exceptional interpersonal skills. Acommitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, especially as these relate to Indigenous engagement and reconciliation is essential.STEM Communicators will deliver Science North’s unique brand of hands-on science, engaging visitors from the community and supporting other Science North initiatives as they promote the exhibit.

The position requires a valid G driver’s license reflecting a 3-year safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Actively champion and promote the exhibit and other Science North programs
• Assist with community focused marketing initiatives such as distribuiting posters, taking photos and videos, and supporting photo shoots
• Drive the travelling exhibit in a 26ft box truck (training provided) to predetermined host locations across Northern Ontario, install the exhibit and tear down the exhibit once it’s ready to move
• Deliver quality, educational, and informal science experiences related to the customized version of the Indigenous Ingenuitytravelling exhibit.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluency in English