Position Number: 0064513
Location: Parkville
Role type: 0.4 FTE Part-time ; Fixed-term for 11 months
Department: Museums and Collections; Global, Culture and Engagement
Salary: UOM 5.1 – $83,159 p.a. plus 17% super pro rata for part time
- Deliver hands-on, technology-driven STEAM programs to inspire and engage secondary students.
- Integrates advanced technologies and design thinking to foster creative STEAM learning experiences
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The STEAM Communicator will join a dynamic team at Museums and Collections, supporting the delivery of innovative STEAM programs. Based at the STEM Centre of Excellence in Science Gallery Melbourne, you will engage secondary students in hands-on, design-thinking experiences. Collaborating with teachers and industry partners, you will inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. This role requires a passion for STEAM, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering engaging STEAM programs on-site and online, collaborating with industry and community partners.
- Developing and implementing innovative e-learning and on-site programs, creating high-quality learning resources.
- Contributing to strategic planning and program evaluation, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
- Managing resources, maintaining professional development, and promoting a positive work culture.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a highly skilled individual with a passion for STEAM education. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivering creative, technology-driven projects that inspire and empower young people. Experience in fields like VR, AR, gaming and advanced manufacturing is highly valued. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential for working effectively within a team and engaging with diverse audiences. A relevant education qualification or experience in museum or cultural institution settings would be advantageous.
You will also have:
- Vocational, Graduate or Bachelor level qualifications (or higher) in any of Education, Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Engineering, Arts, Technology or relevant STEAM disciplines.
- Education qualification or equivalent experience delivering learning STEAM programs in the Museum and cultural institution sector is desirable.
- Experience in delivering and differentiating innovative STEAM programs for diverse secondary school-age learners.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Museums and Collections
The University of Melbourne has unified its museums and collections under the umbrella of a Cultural Commons. This integrated strategy has been established to guide the University’s cultural estate to enhance scholarly and public value and strengthen the University’s global cultural standing.
The Museums and Collections Department has been established to ensure coordination and alignment with University objectives. The Department is responsible for Buxton Contemporary, Science Gallery Melbourne, Ian Potter Museum of Art, Old Quadrangle Treasury, and the Grainger Museum.
The aim of the Department is to build a collaborative and flexible network around the University’s cultural assets so students, staff members local and global communities gain knowledge and understanding of contemporary and traditional cultures, scientific discovery and creative practice.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
