STEM Education Coordinator

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant experience in public relations, communications, or marketing, preferably in an educational setting.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills, develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, and participate in or lead project groups and teams.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills; detail-oriented; ability to coordinate, track, and prioritize multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
• Experience collecting and using data for program improvement and evaluation processes.
• Excellent written communication skills, including experience in writing reports, newsletters, or social media and/or developing content for marketing/public relations materials.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, when needed.
• Ability to travel in the surrounding geographic area, hold a valid driver's license, and meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program driving standards.

Desired:

• Experience working with and leading K-12 student population.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Demonstrates knowledge and experience with STEM education.
• Ability to learn recent technology and adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with higher education and academic medicine, as well as some knowledge of the University of Iowa and University of Iowa Health Care policies and procedures.

Application Process: To be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume (under the submission of relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Sharon Walther at sharon-walther@uiowa.edu.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.