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• Inspire and empower students through interactive learning experiences
• Play a pivotal role in igniting students' passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
• Travel opportunities to regional communities.

Be challenged and imagine with us

As the SMART Program Lead Presenter, you will work with the SMART team to ensure the successful delivery of STEM outreach and engagement activities for school students. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver established Science Shows and STEM Workshops, liaising with schools, external industry partners and internal stakeholders to achieve shared goals.

In this role you will:

• Lead and mentor small event teams to deliver existing SMART Science Shows and STEM workshops for school students.
• Plan and coordinate SMART Program visits to regional schools (incursions) in collaboration with team members, schools, and STEM industry partners.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of the SMART Program’s STEM outreach and engagement activities.

The role involves delivery of activities for regional schools within their communities, requiring up to 12 weeks of travel per year, generally for 1-2 two weeks at a time.

This fixed-term position is full time until May 2025 (with potential for extension) at a HEW 6 Higher Education Worker Level and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).  

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability. We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do. 

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

About the Unit

The SMART (Science, Maths and Real Technology) Program together with the Science and Engineering Challenge are the College of Engineering, Science and Environment’s two flagship outreach programs, focused on inspiring primary and high school students to consider a career in STEM*.

The SMART Program is a not-for-profit initiative established by the University in 1998. The SMART Program develops high quality STEM workshops and Science Shows, and delivers these activities at the University, online, and in school and community settings.

How will you inspire us?

You will have: 

• Outstanding and demonstrated presentation, public speaking, and facilitation skills with proven ability to adapt communication styles and engage effectively with diverse groups.
• Outstanding and demonstrated organisational skills with a proven ability to deal with multiple tasks, manage projects effectively, establish priorities and meet deadlines. 
• High level written communication skills, with capacity to prepare documents / presentations / reports, communicate plans and maintain accurate records, with high attention to detail.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $90,316 - $99,655 FTE +17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. 

For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please visit here .  Your next steps

 Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your application must include: 

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below.

Outstanding and demonstrated organisational skills with a proven ability to deal with multiple tasks, manage projects effectively, establish priorities and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions within your sphere of responsibility and to take responsibility for delivering projects to plan and on time.

Outstanding and demonstrated presentation, public speaking, and facilitation skills with proven ability to adapt communication styles and engage effectively with diverse groups.

High level written communication skills, with capacity to prepare documents / presentations / reports, communicate plans and maintain accurate records, with high attention to detail.

Hold and maintain a valid NSW Driver Licence (P2 or higher).

Hold or be able to obtain a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).

Due to the nature of this role, the University may require the preferred candidate to undertake further pre-employment checks.

For specific position enquiries, please contact Shelley Wilson, SMART Program Team Leader on (02) 4921 7187 or via email at [email protected]

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]

Closing date: Wednesday 3rd April 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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