Education Program Manager STEM & Gene Editing

Bring cutting-edge science to life for the next generation.

Are you a biology or STEM educator who loves making complex science understandable and exciting Or a scientist with a passion for teaching and engaging young learners

ChristianaCares Gene Editing Institute (GEI) is seeking an Education Program Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of Gene Editing 360 an innovative education and outreach program that gives students and educators hands-on learning experiences centered on CRISPR gene editing molecular biology and biotechnology.

This is an opportunity to take your scientific knowledge beyond the traditional classroom or laboratory and help students experience some of todays most exciting advances in science.

What Youll Do

In this highly visible hands-on role you will:

• Lead and deliver engaging laboratory-based workshops for high school students educators and community partners.

• Translate CRISPR gene editing molecular biology and biotechnology concepts into accessible meaningful learning experiences.

• Coordinate programming with schools teachers and community organizations and build relationships that expand Gene Editing 360.

• Maintain and enhance curriculum case studies hands-on activities and other educational resources.

• Partner with GEI scientists and researchers to bring current science into educational programming.

• Manage workshop preparation laboratory materials equipment supplies and program logistics.

• Support grant-funded initiatives track program outcomes and use participant and educator feedback to continuously improve the learning experience.

• Provide guidance to interns volunteers and other program support staff and represent GEI at presentations conferences and outreach events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in biological sciences molecular biology biotechnology education or a related scientific discipline.

• Masters degree or postgraduate certificate in STEM education or business and experience developing STEM education or outreach programs are preferred.

• 5 years of experience in research STEM education program management or a combination of these areas required.

• Strong knowledge of biological sciences and hands-on laboratory concepts with the ability to learn and communicate gene editing genomics and biotechnology.

• Demonstrated ability to teach or communicate scientific concepts to diverse audiences particularly students and educators.

CHRISTIANACARE OFFERS:

• Full Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance etc.

• Two retirement planning offerings including 403(b) with company contributions.

• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out.

• 12 week paid parental leave.

• Tuition assistance.

• Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to access to backup care services for dependents through retirement planning services financial mentorship fitness and wellness reimbursement and great discounts through several vendors for hotels rental cars theme parks shows sporting events movie tickets and much more!

If youre a biology or STEM educator ready to expand your impact beyond one classroom or a scientist who is passionate about inspiring the next generationwed love to hear from you.

Join the Gene Editing Institute and help students move beyond learning about science to experiencing it.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination whose staff is reflective of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race color sex religion national origin sexual orientation genetic information gender identity or expression age veteran status disability pregnancy citizenship status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.

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