Part-Time STEM Engager

About the Role

The Liberty Science Center (LSC) seeks a part-time STEM Engager to join their STEM Education team. This public-facing role involves delivering engaging live science experiences, inspiring curiosity, and fostering a lifelong appreciation for STEM through performance and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing high-energy live science shows featuring demonstrations across a wide range of STEM disciplines.
• Leading interactive experiences at LSC's Touch Tank, helping guests discover marine life.
• Presenting live animal programs while promoting respect, conservation, and scientific understanding.
• Presenting a variety of on-site STEM programs for all ages, including stage shows, special weekend programs, and evening events.
• Collaborating on new programmatic initiatives and enhancing existing educational content.
• Adapting to support the delivery of other STEM programs as needed.
• Ensuring all programs align with LSC’s science communication standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong showmanship and public speaking skills with the ability to engage audiences of all ages.
• Ability to communicate scientific concepts through interactive demonstrations, storytelling, and audience participation.
• Adaptability and confidence to think on your feet and adjust presentations in response to audience engagement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, guest-focused approach.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and present a variety of STEM topics.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and special events.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, which include:
• Standing for extended periods.
• Operating standard office equipment.
• Walking on concrete floors.
• Maneuvering through crowds.
• Climbing stairs.
• Bending or stooping.
• Carrying/lifting/pushing equipment or teaching aids weighing up to 45 pounds.
• Tolerating high noise levels.
• Extensive public speaking.
• Traveling via a vehicle to off-site locations in various weather conditions.
• Exposure to cold salt water, strobing lights, and loud noises.
• Handling live animals and artifacts.
• Exposure to allergens, including shellfish, nuts, and legumes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing one) in a STEM-related field, education, theater, communications, or a related discipline.
• Experience presenting, performing, facilitating, or entertaining live audiences.
• Background in theater, improv, museums, science centers, aquariums, zoos, camps, education, public speaking, or live entertainment is highly valued.
• Comfort with or experience handling a variety of animals (invertebrates, reptiles, and marine animals preferred).

Schedule and Location

• Part-time, non-exempt position.
• Consistent weekend scheduling.
• Average of 4 days per week, with shifts ranging from 6 to 8 hours.
• Includes evening events like LSC After Dark, Member Nights, Community Evenings, and facility rentals.
• On-site position at Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, NJ. Not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Compensation

• Expected to be $21.50/hour.