Photonics Learning Specialist II

• Coordinate the successful creation and delivery of photonics learning events
• Track event requests, contact event hosts, secure dates, confirm content, and ensure event delivery
• Teach educational content in person and explain background, process, expected results, and answer questions
• Present lab techniques and best practices, including pros and cons of alternatives
• Collaborate with internal experts to ensure accurate, clear, and concise explanations
• Support staff with setup, teardown, presentation, and maintenance of demonstrations
• Create operating procedures and train support staff on demonstrations and quality standards
• Curate and collect digital content with event staff and Marketing
• Provide Marketing feedback from event participants and ensure sufficient event materials
• Set up and break down equipment, furniture, and accessories for events
• Establish relationships with universities and institutions, present offerings, optimize events, and collect feedback
• Create, manage, and report event KPIs
• Crosstrain with Content Specialists to update course materials and equipment and propose new demonstrations
• Identify and execute strategies to expand educational platforms
• Maintain knowledge of new products, presentations, lab activities, and published content to identify educational opportunities

• 5+ years of experience working in a photonics lab
• 5+ years of experience educating STEM students
• 5+ years of experience providing technical presentations
• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's or Ph.D. in a Photonics-related field preferred
• Clearly and effectively convey information and ideas to students using verbal, written, and visual communication
• Ability to identify and address issues or obstacles that may hinder the learning process and find effective solutions
• Ability to identify, trial, and incorporate updates to educational materials
• Provide lectures, trainings, and demonstrations in person and virtually to large groups
• Create, collect, analyze, and adapt KPIs to optimize learning outcomes
• Execute, evaluate, and report on strategic approaches
• Capacity to understand and relate to students' feelings, perspectives, and challenges
• Awareness and respect for cultural and diverse backgrounds of students
• Use available resources to establish new relationships and coordinate successful events
• Efficient use of time during lessons
• Strong interpersonal skills for working in a team environment
• Able to adapt and work independently
• Willing to learn new technologies, applications, techniques, and products
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Able to multitask, be detail oriented, and solve problems
• Ability to write and present scientific concepts in English and Spanish fluently
• Travel up to 33% to events and other locations
• Availability to support night/weekend coverage based on business needs

Demonstrates expertise in photonics education and technical presentations, with a strong ability to create and manage educational events while effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences. Proficient in analyzing and optimizing learning outcomes through KPIs and collaboration with internal experts.

• Photonics Lab Experience
• STEM Education
• Technical Presentations
• KPI Management
• Bilingual Communication (English and Spanish)

• Photonics Education
• Event Coordination
• Technical Presentation
• KPI Analysis
• Lab Techniques
• Operating Procedures Creation
• Digital Content Curation
• Demonstration Training
• Educational Material Development
• Problem Solving

• Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Cultural Awareness
• Team Collaboration

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's or Ph.D. in Photonics-related Field (Preferred)

• STEM Education
• Photonics
• Event Management
• Educational Platforms
• Learning Outcomes