STEM Communicator - Outreach

Position: STEM Communicator - Outreach )
STEM Communicator – Outreach Sudbury

$39,130 to $42,000, Fixed-term 18-month contract

English and French required

Does the idea of getting paid to travel and experience Northern Ontario, while engaging people in STEM excite you?

Are you passionate about engaging visitors with innovative experiences and programs? Are you always looking for new adventures and enjoy a fast-paced work environment that is always changing?

At Science North we thrive on bringing award-winning science experiences to communities across Northern Ontario and we want YOUR passion for engaging people with STEM!

As the STEM Communicator you will be a key member of the STEM Engagement team, delivering engaging, hands‑on science experiences to students, families, and community audiences across Northern Ontario, including many First Nation Communities. You will work with a variety of audiences, including children and youth, as you actively communicate and promote STEM through dynamic, engaging Science North programs. Your primary role will be delivering high‑quality programming on a number of STEM topics, bringing science to life through demonstrations, workshops, and interactive programming (in Sudbury and on the road) while working alongside a collaborative team of passionate STEM professionals.

If you have experience in program delivery, are passionate about science either with a formal background or through life/work experience, this may be the job for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Travel to Northern Ontario communities, including Indigenous communities to deliver outreach experiences including visits to schools, festivals, fairs, and partner locations

Be a key member of the STEM Engagement Unit, supporting other programming initiatives

Evaluate, obtain and act on programming feedback

Support the writing of scripts, signage and content for programs and specialty workshops/shows

Problem solve/anticipate needs/issues, identify solutions and respond to client complaints/concerns

Assist with inventories and maintenance of equipment, materials & supplies

What you bring:

Valid G driver’s license reflecting a 3-year safe driving record(non-negotiable)

Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout Northern Ontario, including winter roads, evening and weekend work

Formal background in a STEM field or equivalent experience

Demonstrated organizational skills

A positive and fun attitude with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

Superior attention to detail and an aptitude for resourcefulness

Exceptional communication skills, possessing a high level of verbal and written proficiency in English and French (non-negotiable)

Excellent demonstrated program delivery skills

Ability to engage large crowds with science shows

Ability to work independently, often from external locations

Compensation Highlights:

Full‑time 18‑month contract opportunity

Competitive salary starting at $39,130 to $42,000 per year

Annual performance and merit increase consideration

Flexible work arrangements

Optional participation, extended health, dental, and vision benefits (50% employer‑paid) following 6 months

Science North annual family membership

Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution

Free on‑site parking

Don’t meet every single requirement?

At Science North we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks…