Society for Science has been dedicated to expanding scientific literacy, access to STEM education and scientific research for more than 100 years. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization, our mission promotes the understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in human advancement: to inform, educate, and inspire. We are best known for our award-winning magazine, Science News, our world class science research competitions and our outreach and equity STEM programs making sure that every young person can strive to become an engineer or scientist.
Position Overview
The Society is seeking a Senior Specialist, Grants and Engagement to support the Science Education Programs Department. This position reports to the Director of Outreach and Equity Programs, while also working in collaboration with the Society’s Executive Office. This is a non-exempt position.
The Senior Specialist, Grants and Engagement develops, executes, and refines innovative and equitable grantmaking opportunities to support STEM education, including overseeing the Society’s STEM Action Grants, STEM Research Grants, Affiliated Fair Grants, and Education Outreach Day School Funding. Additionally, the Senior Specialist works to engage STEM-focused nonprofits and other institutions in the Society’s work, including at Education Outreach Day at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.
The STEM Action Grant program aims to bolster and support community-driven nonprofit organizations that are working to enhance the public’s understanding of science and to increase participation of underrepresented populations in STEM fields. Since 2016 the STEM Action Grant program has awarded over $828,000 to a total of 113 organizations wanting to improve access to STEM education. Organizations can apply for funding of up to $5,000.
STEM Research Grants provide support to middle and high school teachers engaging their students in authentic scientific research. Over 6 years, $775,000 has been awarded to 367 teachers. Priority consideration is given to schools that support students from low-income communities and demographics underrepresented in STEM fields. Teachers can apply for up to $5,000 to purchase specialized equipment or $1,000 in preselected equipment.
Affiliated Fair Grants provide support to science fairs affiliated with the Society’s competitions to support projects and initiatives to improve the reach and inclusivity of their science fair. This includes efforts to improve the overall user experience through infrastructure updates and initiatives to support historically underserved populations.
Education Outreach Day brings thousands of local students to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair to meet the 1500+ international finalists and engage in hands-on STEM activities hosted by non-profits, government agencies, and sponsors. These organizations include some of the Society’s STEM Action Grantees. Schools can apply for funding for reimbursement of substitute teachers and transportation to the event and are selected based upon financial need and students served.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Desirable:
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee usually works in an office setting. Our office is located in Washington, D.C. near the Dupont Circle and Farragut North Metro stations. The Society is operating on a hybrid work schedule.
Physical Requirements
This role’s work involves remaining in a stationary position most of the time in front of a computer, using a keyboard, mouse, and telephone. It also involves regularly operating a computer and other office equipment, occasionally moving about the work site to access file cabinets office equipment and communicating or exchanging information with co-workers and other individuals in person or electronically.
Salary
$65,000 to $75,000; salary is commensurate with experience.
Position Type and Expected Hours
This is a full-time non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during normal hours of the Society. The normal business hours of the Society are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST, with core hours of 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST.
Required Education and Experience
Desirable:
Supervisory Responsibility
No supervisory responsibility.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Society for Science has mandated the COVID-19 vaccine for employees coming into the office and attending Society events. Exceptions to the vaccine requirement may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.
How to Apply
Submit a professional resume and cover letter to be considered for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please apply through Applicant Pro: https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/societyforscience/jobs/3289594-560497
EEO Statement
The Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Society for Science is committed to equal employment opportunity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, the Society does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, including but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, disability, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, age and/or any other categories protected by the laws of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover every duty, responsibility and activity that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Society for Science has been dedicated to expanding scientific literacy, access to STEM education and scientific research for more than 100 years. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization, our mission promotes the understanding and…
Submit a professional resume and cover letter to be considered for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please apply through Applicant Pro:
https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/societyforscience/jobs/3289594-560497
Submit a professional resume and cover letter to be considered for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please apply through Applicant Pro: