Research Assistant - UBC, Kelowna

About the role

This position collaboratively develops and confidently implements in-person, STEM-based, hands-on-learning activities in K-12 schools in the Okanagan region. This position falls under the WWEST STEM Curriculum Support branch of the WWEST program under the NSERC Chair for Women in Science and Engineering BC/Yukon, at UBCO. WWEST's goal is to support intersectionality and diversity, and to provide equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for underrepresented persons in science and engineering.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and a minimum one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own.
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Undergraduate degree preferably in a STEM or Education related discipline.
• Experience in this environment is valued by those with a Teaching Certificate, however, a combination of equivalent education and experience will also be accepted.
• Ability to teach in a fast-paced environment with the support of the WWEST team.
• Attention to detail in both written, and verbal communication.
• Knowledge, passion and interest in science and/or education.
• Knowledge of STEM research and applications to youth centered learning environments.
• Experience in public communication, notably with youth.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize workload for self and others.
• Detail oriented and independent worker.
• This position requires travel to schools within the Okanagan region between Summerland and Armstrong, with the majority of work in schools in Kelowna and Vernon.
• Driver's license and own source of transportation is required.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Understanding of BC Educational programing and working with youth is an asset.
• Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record check.

What you'll do

• Collaborate on the organization, and delivery of WWEST STEM Curriculum Support programming.
• Assist in developing engaging and unique STEM lessons linked to BC Education curriculum, and facilitate such lessons in K - 12 classrooms across BC/Yukon.
• Coordinate with team members, the organization of activity supplies as required.
• Support developing a network within the STEM community.
• Assist in promotion of program activities through various social media platforms.
• Support team in collecting, maintaining, organizing metrics and data to be used for program reporting.
• Share in creating and presenting volunteer opportunities through public booth or information sessions.
• Seasonal and when feasible, co-organize/co-facilitate youth STEM day camps.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members.
• Perform other related duties as required in the development and promotion of WWEST programming.

Who you'll work with

This position will be supervised by the WWEST Program Manager, Rebecca McCullough, and the Chair for Women in Science and Engineering BC/Yukon, Dr. Jennifer Jakobi. Upon occasion, supervision in the form of supporting volunteers may be required.