STEM Outreach Coordinator

Vincennes University STEM Outreach Coordinator

Vincennes University is seeking applicants for the STEM Outreach Coordinator. This is a full-time professional staff position.

This newly-created position fills an important role in Vincennes Universitys (VU) strategic plan to provide Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education programming focused on K-8 students. VU has partnered with Purdue Indiana Manufacturing Competitiveness Center (IN-MaC) to implement Design and Innovation (DandI) Studios located in elementary and middle schools throughout southwest Indiana. DandI Studios provide access to authentic, hands-on STEM education by offering schools, educators and students hands-on learning experiences through 3D printers, robotics, coding, electronics, engineering and science concepts. This position will be responsible for overseeing the newly-established DandI Studio Training Center on the Vincennes University campus, as well as collaborating and overseeing our partnerships with current and future DandI Studio schools. This position will report to the Dean of the College of Social Science, Performing Arts and Communication (SSPAC). This is a grant-funded position based in Vincennes. Continuation of the position beyond 12/31/2026 is contingent upon sustainability of the grant program.

Duties and Responsibilities: (may include, but not limited to the following):

Oversee VUs newly- established DandI Studio Training Center and the day-to-day operations of the center.

Initiate and establish collaborative partnerships with education and industry partners to promote VUs DandI Training Studios.

Work closely with Purdue IN-MaC and STEM Education Works, which includes, but is not limited to: identifying additional DandI Studio sites, ensuring current DandI schools are being supported, host training opportunities and create a DOE-recognized certification for teachers.

Host professional development opportunities and/or events for DandI School teachers, VU STEM faculty and other relevant stakeholders.

Provide tours, activity sessions and/or day camps to K-8 students.

Travel to established DandI Studio sites to provide ongoing support.

Collaborate with Purdue IN-MaC and state agencies on STEM certification options for teachers.

Collect and analyze relevant data; assess progress and effectiveness of studios; provide updates and progress reports on related activities to management.

Serve on relevant institutional and community committees/boards that build partnerships and promote VUs commitment to STEM Education at the K-8 level and beyond.

Participate in campus STEM Education initiatives.

Work with the Education Department faculty to integrate the STEM principles of the DandI Studios into the Education Program curriculum.

Lead marketing efforts related to VUs DandI Studios including but not limited to: managing social media, developing informational material and coordinating with External Relations on relevant media opportunities.

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