Join our multi-award-winning science education team in VIC!
From school & holiday science shows to science clubs & parties… lots of opportunities here to grow as a science communicator in an expanding team.

Where

• Melbourne and the surrounding region.
• The position also includes regional touring in schools within VIC.

Commencement date

• Mid-February 2025

Key responsibilities

• Delivery of science education outreach workshops & shows to schools, preschools, libraries, vacation care centres, museums, shopping centres and other public spaces.
• Regional touring for science outreach activities throughout VIC.
• Delivery of science parties at private events.
• Delivery of science club workshop activities for children.
• Development of education workshops, shows and science club materials as required.
• Work with the education team to plan and design science outreach & science club programs as needed.
• Use of our software and cloud-based apps for communication, training and planning.

Other responsibilities

• Maintenance of science outreach kits, equipment and consumables as needed.
• Maintenance of vehicles and facilities in terms of cleanliness and keeping up a state of good repair. Management should be informed if mechanical repair or replacement be needed.
• Some record-keeping in relation to the delivery of science outreach activities.
• Some show and workshop presentations may attract media attention.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Superior organizational and communication skills.
• Strong ability to relate to children of ages 4 to 18 in both classroom & non-classroom settings.
• High level of professionalism, deportment & presentation.
• Broad knowledge of scientific theories and laws, with a strong ability to communicate this knowledge with a wide range of age groups and backgrounds.
• Ability to perform in varied public spaces.
• Your English communication skills will need to be of the highest standard.
• Ability to work to deadlines and adhere to stated availabilities.
• Ability to work weekends and school holiday periods if needed.
• Willingness to travel throughout the metropolitan & surrounding areas as well as occasional regional State tours.
• Commitment to WHS and EEO principles within the workplace.
• A reasonable level of physical fitness is required.
• Class C Drivers Licence
• Demonstrated experience in working with children.
• An understanding of contemporary child-safe practices.
• A Working with Children Check

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• A strong background in Primary and/or Secondary Education.
• B.Sc or B.App.Sc or higher
• Commencement of a Dip. Ed. or similar would be advantageous.

Package

• The total package (wage & vehicle) ranges from $80,000 – $87,700 plus 12% superannuation. We offer a flexible working environment over a 9-day fortnight. Penalty rates apply where appropriate and $250 per diems are paid for overnight stays when on tour. Remote touring bonuses are available as part of a national STEM grant. Contract ends 15 December 2025.

Applications

Send your resume to us via the email here and we’ll be in touch soon!

info@fizzicseducation.com.au