Science Communicator - Dundee, United Kingdom - Dundee Science Centre

Dundee Science Centre

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Dundee, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Dundee Science Centre is currently looking for confident, exceptional communicators to join our team to fulfil the key role of Science Communicator in a part-time capacity.

You will be part of a team responsible for the smooth operation of Dundee Science Centre's programmes and services on a daily basis, supporting the Visitor Experience Leader (VEL).

You will support the wider team in science communication and ensure the quality of delivery by team members meets audience expectations and standards.

Primary objectives will be championing enhanced visitor engagement, ensuring that audiences have an enjoyable, safe, and inspiring experience.

You will be an ambassador for and the public face of Dundee Science Centre. You will be an excellent communicator and an effective team player with the ability to multi-task. Your main function will be to interact with all visitors in a friendly, outgoing manner ensuring an exceptional experience.

You may at times be responsible for delivering high quality science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programmes across all audiences (including schools and community groups), either in-centre or via outreach, all in line with Dundee Science Centre's key aims and objectives, alongside local and national government initiatives, and priorities.

In-depth STEM knowledge is a desirable trait in this role, however having a confident and charismatic nature would be more advantageous.

An understanding of science can be enhanced with on-the-job training; but an ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences is essential.

You will work flexibly within the Dundee Science Centre team; hours of work to be discussed, flexible working will be considered, and weekend and evening work will be required.

Job Types:
Part-time, Zero hours contract

Part-time hours: per week

Salary:
£10.32 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Onsite parking

Schedule:

Day shift
Holidays
Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dundee, DD1 4QB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

What is your experience of public speaking, being able to think on your feet?
Are you in a position to work one shift a week or up to 5 shifts a week during school holiday periods?

Work Location:
One location

Application deadline: 29/01/2023

Expected start date: 06/02/2023