Science Demonstrator – Outreach (Thunder Bay)

Science Demonstrator – Outreach

Thunder Bay

16.55/hour

Science North, a dynamic organization, where every day is as unique as a snowflake. Are you passionate about discovering and sharing interesting things?  Does the idea of creativity in the name of science interest you?  If so, we would like to hear from you! Science North is currently recruiting Science Demonstrators for the Outreach program!

The Science Demonstrator will deliver and evaluate high-energy science shows and programs at venues including, festivals, libraries, and special events (including First Nations) across Northern Ontario. This position will begin in May and run through to early September at a payrate of $16.55/hour.

The successful candidate will present science concepts to a variety of audiences and involve them in hands-on experiences and programs. Successful candidates will have experience in program delivery and will be science-focused.  This position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, a keen interest in science, willingness, and ability to travel extensively as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.

The successful applicant must have held a valid, full G-classification driver’s license for a minimum of 3 years and will be required to provide proof of a 3-year safe driving record along with a current (less than 3 months) criminal background check.

Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions, ways of knowing, and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement, relationships, and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation, honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, grow economic opportunities, and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around them.

Science North is a registered charity.

Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.