The Museum of Science, Boston is looking to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good, and needs a Research and Science Communication Assistant to help engage visitors in learning about current science topics.
Requirements
- Demonstrated familiarity with informal science education practices
- Spanish language skills (written and/or verbal)
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain familiarity with best practices for science education, science communication, and science research, with a focus on those that support visitors’ science learning in Museums
- Support the development of novel educational products (e.g., visitor handouts, hands-on activities, exhibit components), by reading and summarizing scientific literature, sourcing educational media, assisting in storyboarding and drafting educational content for diverse Museum audiences, and developing prototype experiences for testing
- Contribute to the delivery of high-quality STEM learning experiences in the Museum, by facilitating activities for visitors across a range of topics (e.g. through hands-on activities, demonstrations, presentations) and providing logistical support (e.g. helping maintain exhibit spaces, documenting activities, assisting with materials management)
- Assist in ongoing Museum evaluation projects by recruiting Museum visitors to test new educational offerings, collecting data on visitor feedback and behaviors, and discussing study methods and findings with Museum evaluators
- Perform other work related duties as required by Manager
Other
- Applicants to this position must be between the ages of 14-19, and actively enrolled in high school or an equivalent program
- Commitment to Museum Values: Demonstrated interest in supporting the development and evaluation of experiences that promote diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and belonging
- Curiosity & Learning: Demonstrated interest in science communication, science education, and/or science research practice
- Communication: Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Collaboration: Able to work both independently and in a dynamic group setting that requires collaboration with diverse members of the Museum’s Exhibits, Research, and Collections team
