Job Description

Job Description Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic STEM Education Instructor and Leader to design and deliver hands-on science lessons for primary school (grades 1-6), middle school (grades 7-9), and high school (grades 10-12) students, along with adult learners, as part of community outreach programs for Novartis. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to inspire young minds by translating STEM complex concepts into interactive, age-appropriate activities, and will oversee the development of interdisciplinary modules spanning Biology, Chemistry, and Applied Math/Data Modelling. This role involves managing external contractors, collaborating with Novartis scientists to deliver impactful STEM training, and overseeing CELL program budgets to ensure sustainable, effective operation, which serves approximately 500 students each year.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Building Trust with Society and Program Development:

• Build trust with society through CELL programs and offerings by engaging with the local community (e.g. school administrators, teachers, parents) for students of different age groups and learning styles and for students from various backgrounds
• Develop and deliver interactive science teaching lessons for local public primary, middle, and high school students, along with adult learners. reinforcing scientific principles, and critical thinking through lesson materials, including booklets, worksheets and presentation materials
• Recruit through proactive outreach of Novartis scientists to assist in the development of lessons and volunteer their time in CELL to teach such lessons.
• Collaborate with Novartis scientists/associates to pilot new laboratory experiences to ensure design and offerings are suitable for each age group.
• Introduce impactful interdisciplinary life science concepts with hands-on experimentation with an emphasis on biology, chemistry, drug discovery, and data science
• Integrate advanced lab equipment and technology into STEM teaching lessons including camps and modules
• Support CELL program offerings to non-scientist associates within the company, fostering broader scientific literacy and engagement among a wide range of Novartis associates
• Organize STEM camp sessions for associates' children aimed at sparking curiosity, building foundational scientific skills, and encouraging future study and careers in STEM fields, including participating in the annual Take Your Child to Work Day programing.

Operations

• Ensure all teaching sessions comply with safety protocols for Novartis and address any issues with Legal as needed
• Maintain classroom management and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Track and report program participation, student engagement, and learning outcomes for senior leaders through the efficient use of software tools, eg Power BI
• Create and maintain a catalogue of laboratory experiences forming an integrated curriculum and science learning continuum with lesson materials for lab and classroom learning
• Manage CELL operations to ensure availability of materials and supplies
• Oversee CELL budget planning, allocation, and monitoring to optimize program resources and support sustainable growth
• Coordinate and communicate CELL program schedules for participation and support with both internal and external partners

Management

• Recruit, train and supervise external contractors to support summer STEM Camps

Other Activities

• Proactively contribute to activities/events within the Strategy, Portfolio and Operations and Academic Partnerships & External Innovation team
• Demonstrate scientific leadership by representing CELL and Novartis to the external community, including organizing and participating in events such as local Science Fairs to promote STEM learning and outreach

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Education, Biology, Chemistry, or related STEM field
• Experience in biomedical research and teaching/working with middle and/or high school students in hands-on/lab-based environments and/or outreach
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to simplify complex STEM concepts
• Agility in data stewardship and data modelling
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for younger learners
• Creativity in lesson design and a passion for inspiring curiosity in science
• Ability to collaborate with corporate and community stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to community development, agility, curiosity, and teamwork in a fast-paced matrix environment
• Strong organizational, budget management, and stakeholder engagement and management skills
• Ability to engage and recruit Novartis scientists and non-scientist associates to share expertise with young learners and colleagues through programs in CELL

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Biology, Chemistry, or related STEM field
• CPR/First Aid certification and/or child safety training preferred
• Team player
• Ability to relate with middle/high school students from various backgrounds and provide advising/mentoring on STEM coursework that would help prepare them for college level coursework
• Passion for inspiring future STEM leaders and promoting science outreach in the Boston/Cambridge area
• Excellent communicator of data-driven concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience leading or contributing to science fairs or similar community STEM events
• Influence key stakeholders and drive organizational change
• Dedication to developing the next generation of agile, data enabled Life Scientists

The salary for this position is expected to range between: $108,500- $201,500/year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$108,500.00 - $201,500.00

Skills Desired

Collaboration, Critical Thinking, E-Learning, Employee Training, Facilitation (Business), Learning Management Systems (LMS), Vendor Management

Job Tags

Part time, For contractors, Summer work, Local area,

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