Science Job Postings



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  1. STEM Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator
  2. AdvanceKentucky STEM Coordinator
  3. Environmental Scientist, Kentucky Division of Water
  4. Math Content Manager, Access to Algebra Program
  5. Assistant Manager, Lilley Cornett Woods Appalachian Ecological Research Station
  6. Natural Areas Technicians, Kentucky Nature Preserves
  7. Job listings for the Commonwealth of Kentucky
  8. Americorps Service in EKU Natural Areas
  9. Tech Corps part time instructors & support staff
  10. Kentucky Science Center Job Openings
  11. USGS Career Opportunities
 
  1. STEM Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator
    The STEM Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator recruits students for STEM programs in the College of Science, coordinates the College’s STEM summer camp, and provides science education programming to the community. The incumbent is responsible for developing, planning and implementing recruitment initiatives for students, including under-represented populations. The initiatives includes, but are not limited to, conducting regular visits to high schools and establishing collaborations that showcase EKU STEM programs in a positive light. The Coordinator is also responsible for facilitating tours of the College of Science facilities, including the Science Building, by groups of prospective students/K–12 schools. Additionally the Coordinator is responsible for implementing the STEM summer camp, including marketing, working with STEM programs to provide experiential content, and all appropriate logistics. Furthermore, the Coordinator works with the Division of Natural Areas in providing science education programming for K–12 schools on campus and at Eastern Kentucky University’s Natural Areas.
    Review of applications begins on 8/12/2019 and continues until the position is filled. The expected start date for this position is September 2019.
     Contact Stephen Richter with questions: 859-622-8688.
  2. AdvanceKentucky STEM Coordinator: Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation (KSTC), a Lexington-based independent and innovative 501(c)(3) non-profit and leader in developing and managing creative initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, disruptive R&D, economic competitiveness and workforce development, seeks a full-time STEM Coordinator to coordinate activities across AdvanceKentucky's K-12 STEM programs. 
    Position Summary: Support an increasing number of schools participating in the College Readiness Program, CS Initiatives, Access to Algebra, and Makerminded programs. Utilize educational background, content knowledge, and networks to engage teachers and students in STEM/Advanced Manufacturing opportunities. Coordinate activities and efforts to support growth and development of all AdvanceKentucky programs.  Communicate with program partners and stay informed on current educational trends. For more information and application instructions, please see the AdvanceKentucky website. Posted May 29; open until filled
  3. Environmental Scientist, Water Supply Section, Watershed Management Branch of the Kentucky Division of Water in the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet.  The position will work with our Source Water Protection, Wellhead Protection and Water Withdrawal Permitting programs.  Interested candidates can contact the section supervisor, Chloe Brantley,  502-782-6898.
     Details: https://kypersonnelcabinet.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=7959&site=2
  4. Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation (KSTC), a Lexington-based independent and innovative 501(c)(3) non-profit and leader in developing and managing creative initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, disruptive R&D, economic competitiveness and workforce development, seeks a full-time Math Content Manager for its middle school Access to Algebra program. Position Summary:
    Support an increasing number of schools participating in the Access to Algebra program. Utilize educational background and content knowledge to assist teachers with curriculum, classroom practice, and program implementation to dramatically increase the number of students meeting math benchmark by the time they transition to high school. Communicate with program partners and stay informed on current educational trends. Read more
  5. EKU Division of Natural Areas, who manages our three field stations, is searching for an Assistant Manager of  Lilley Cornett Woods Appalachian Ecological Research Station, which is an old-growth forest with a research and learning center, bunkhouse, and other facilities. This position is not yet posted, please contact Melinda Wilder, melinda.wilder@eku.edu, with questions.
  6. The Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves is hiring two Natural Areas Technicians to assist our Natural Areas Managers improve rare species habitat and hiking trails throughout Kentucky. These are 9-month term positions, 37.5 hours per week, $12.34 per hour.
    Minimum qualifications include: • At least thirty credit hours in college biology, natural resources, or related field. • A valid driver's license. • Ability to safely operate and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, string trimmers, leaf blowers, brush cutters, power tools, pump units, ATV and 4WD vehicles. • Ability to do strenuous labor and lift and carry fifty-pound objects (backpacks, etc.) for long periods of time under adverse field conditions and uneven terrain. • Willingness and ability to travel overnight for up to a week at a time (state vehicle will be provided, meals and lodging will be reimbursed). • Individuals should be self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision. • Individuals with good plant identification skills are preferred. • Individuals with experience operating tractors or skid steer is preferred.
    To apply, send a resume and three references to naturepreserves@ky.gov.
  7. The Commonwealth of Kentucky posts jobs in state agencies  for scientists,  engineers, health care professionals and more
  8. Americorps positions in the EKU Natural Areas. Serve in the Environmental Education Leadership Corps (EELCorps) doing environmental stewardship and environmental literacy work. Details here
  9.  Tech Corps part time instructors & support staff
  10.  Kentucky Science Center job openings: Would you like to work for an engaging non-profit committed to offering education in a fast paced and fun environment? Do you like people, hundreds of them? Bring your talents to the Kentucky Science Center.
    Current openings are posted at: http://kysciencecenter.org/employment/
  11. USGS Career Opportunities: https://www2.usgs.gov/ohr/