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Princeton Univ. / Assistant Director, STEM Education, Council on Science and Technology
Details and How to Apply
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Princeton Univ. / Assistant Director, STEM Education, Council on Science and Technology
The Council on Science and Technology (CST) at Princeton University seeks a bold, visionary Assistant Director who will advance the CST’s mission to promote STEM literacy across Princeton University and beyond by positioning the StudioLab as an exemplary, welcoming, creative technology space through culturally-relevant programming, synergistic collaborations, and robust educational research. With emphasis on inclusivity and the intersections across STEM, the arts, humanities, and social sciences, the Assistant Director will also engage in teaching, working with students, and collaborating with faculty to develop or enhance courses, all of which support the CST in ensuring that all members of the Princeton University community, regardless of their background, experience, or discipline, can engage with, appreciate, and apply science and engineering in their everyday lives, in their careers, and in society.
The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist level or higher.
The Council on Science and Technology’s flexible 2500 sq. ft. StudioLab houses technology and equipment that include: motion capture, theater lighting, virtual reality, wheeled robots, 3D printers, a laser cutter, a CNC milling machine, a vinyl cutter, embroidery and sewing machines, soldering equipment, Kinect, and Arduinos.
The Assistant Director, StudioLab Initiatives, reports to the Executive Director of the CST.
Specific responsibilities include to:
Develop and implement a coherent vision for the StudioLab that distinguishes it as a unique and inclusive space for creative exploration for all, regardless of prior experience, and builds and broadens the community in and around it
Explore novel approaches to “making” and “serious play” that value interdisciplinary collaboration and expertise and integrate culturally and societally relevant themes
Cultivate collaborative relationships with colleagues at the CST, at Princeton University, and beyond, resulting in programs that advance STEM literacy
Lead the ongoing, thoughtful evolution of the StudioLab space;
Develop, enhance, and teach rigorous and engaging courses that examine the intersection of STEM and other disciplines using StudioLab resources
Conduct and disseminate robust research on the StudioLab’s programs
Provide technical and creative direction, supervision, and training to StudioLab staff as needed to ensure safe, responsible, and inclusive use of the StudioLab
Serve as a key communicator of StudioLab programming by contributing content to
CST’s website and social media;
Participate in the administration of the CST by attending meetings and CST-sponsored events and providing timely updates
Assist the CST Executive Director as needed.
Essential Qualifications
Demonstrated successful leadership and teaching experience, preferably in a creative technology space and learning environment.
A Ph.D. in STEM, STEM education, or an arts field with emphasis on intersections with STEM is preferred. Master’s Degree with exceptional, relevant experience considered
Knowledge and experience with creative technology, technology for performance, rapid prototyping
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and supervisory skills and a high degree of professionalism and initiative
Commitment to expanding notions of STEM literacy to include other disciplines as a means of engaging stakeholders with varied interests and expertise
Ability to cultivate and maintain productive professional relationships across disciplines
Experience with and/or interest in research on creative learning spaces
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle multiple varied and competing priorities
Willingness to work some flexible hours in order to accommodate programs and trainings