Climate Science Specialist - Halifax, Canada - Discoverycentre

Discoverycentre

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Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Climate Science Specialist (Co-op Position):

Department:

Science Education
Supervisor:
Project Manager, Youth ClimateAction
Position Category:
Full time coop
Wage:

- $16.

00 per hour
Hours of Work:

35 hours per week; 16 weeks
Start Date:
May 15, 2023
ApplicationDeadline:
March 1, 2023
Position Summary:

For over 35 years, the Discovery Centre has developed a reputation for being Nova Scotia's leader in the delivery of exciting hands-on, minds-on science programming for youth.

As a Climate Science Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering a positive visitor experience either through visitor interactions and activities through behind the scenes preparation of education materials anddocuments.

The material covered will be local in nature and relate to a variety of climate change topics.

This position will give the student the experience of working within a team setting, researching, and developing materials that can be easily presented to youth of all ages.

Students will benefit from the opportunity to improve upon their organizational, collaboration, and facilitation skills, advance their climate change knowledge and knowledge of educational practices.

Description of Tasks:

The Climate Science Specialist works in the Science Education department and reports to the ProjectManager, Youth Climate Action.

The primary tasks of the position are:

Reviewing current peerreviewed publications and translating into plain language for educators
Developinghandsonactivitiesrelatedto research
Providesciencefactcheckingforclimateactionlearning resources
Supportinganyongoingoutreachprogramshappeningduringthe term

Qualifications:

Education:
Post-secondary education in science, education, or a related discipline

Experience:
Experience in an educational, science, or museum setting; experience preparing andpresenting workshops an asset

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required; additional languages (especially French) considered an asset

Competencies:

Exceptionalcommunication skills
Highly adaptable
Abletotake initiative
Highly organized
Workswellaspartofa team
Effective interpersonal skills

Other Qualifications:

First Aid and WHMIS an asset

Eligibility:

Applicants must be current students returning to post-secondary studies in Fall 2023 and mustqualify for the Nova Scotia Co-op Program in order to be considered.

Measurable Outcomes:

The Climate Science Specialist will:

Develop a minimum of three handson activities related to climate change topics with theassistance of team members and their supervisor
Supportongoingclimatechangeoutreach programs
Prepare and present a report on created activities and the overall experience with the Centre

This position is an excellent opportunity for any student that is continuing in science or education, or who is interested in a career related to climate science.

Application:

Discovery Centre is committed to leveraging our facility, people, and programming to create inclusive spaces that ignite a passion for science and discovery.

We are also committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility practices within our workplace, public

engagement spaces, and programming.

Our Centre's Board of Directors, management, and staff believe diverse participation and representation are essential and that our networks thrive when we create an inclusive and equitable culture where all people can see themselves reflected, feel respected, and have their contributionsvalued.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. Ifyou need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation toaccommodation will be kept confidential.