Chemical Demonstration Specialist (Education Program Specialist)

Company: Penn State University
Location: State University
Posted on: May 28, 2023

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      JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
      
      The Pennsylvania State University Department of Chemistry is seeking a candidate for an Education Program Specialist. This position serves as a Chemical Demonstration Specialist for the Department of Chemistry Undergraduate Program.
      
      Duties include:
      
      • preparing and presenting materials for chemical demonstrations in lectures to enrich classroom learning
      • developing and communicating ideas utilizing media for lectures
      • consulting with faculty members on course content and developing creative ideas for demo options to focus on interactive learning; purchasing supplies needed to perform demos
      • collaborating with employees in machine shop and electronics shop on support services they can provide
      • developing molecular models and equipment used in lectures
      • reviewing and maintaining course materials to assess current and future instructional needs
        
        This position participates in more than 42 courses in the fall, spring, and summer. Understanding of basic chemistry concepts highly desired.
        
        Education and Experience:
        
        This position will be filled as a level 1. This position typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
        
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