STEM Specialist, Informal Programs - Sudbury
Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 5V4, Canada

Job Description
Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM

STEM Specialist, Informal Programs - Sudbury

$47,000 - $57,000 per year, 18-month maternity leave replacement

If you grew up in Northern Ontario there’s a good chance you’ve attended a Science North science camp – and you remember it to this day! Science North is an icon of science education and entertainment across Northern Ontario – we make science and learning FUN!! We believe it’s vitally important that youth both in Sudbury and in communities throughout Northern Ontario have access to amazing science experiences. Our Informal Programs team creates memories and experiences for thousands of children each year.

Do you have a passion and background for teaching and science? Are you looking for a unique and exciting place to share that knowledge? Does the idea for having fun with science for a living seem like the best job ever? Then this role may be a perfect fit! Science North is looking to recruit a STEM Specialist, Informal Programs to join the Sudbury Education and Northern Programs team for an 18-month period covering a maternity leave.

The STEM Specialist is a key member of the Education and Northern Programs team, leading and supporting programs and initiatives for Northeastern Ontario. As the successful candidate you will work with children and a variety of audiences, actively communicate and promote Science North programs, and deliver quality, educational and informal science experiences both in Sudbury and on the road.

Position highlights:

Develop and deliver informal science programs for Sudbury and throughout Northeastern Ontario including; summer science camps, PA Day programs, March break and holiday camps along with other workshops and events

Work with a team of marketing professionals to promote and market programs





Lead and direct venue rentals and other logistics for multiple communities and teams, including travel teams

Lead and monitor registrations and oversee registrations and participant inquiries

Recruit, train and coach a diverse team of camp deliverers

Ensure health and safety of all participants and staff

Monitor, evaluate, obtain and act on participant feedback

Write scripts, signage and content for programs and specialty workshops

Liaise with parents/guardians, respond to inquiries

Manage and control area expenditures and submit financial reporting

Proactively identify needs/issues and problem solve/establish solutions, address complaints/concerns

Use your exceptional interpersonal skills to foster relationships stakeholders throughout Northern Ontario

Compile reports, maintain programming information and other required information

Qualifications:

Formal background in a STEM field or equivalentexperience in science, recreation & leisure, education or another related field

Extensive experience working with children and a variety of audiences

Demonstrated experience in program development and delivery

Exceptional interpersonal skills with fun and positive attitude

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in in English – French language skills would be an asset

Valid G driver’s license reflecting a 3-year clean driving abstract, non-negotiable

A strong work ethic and a passion for working in a fast-paced ever-changing setting

Willingness and ability to travel throughout Northern Ontario, at times solo,



including evening and weekend travel/work

Demonstrated organizational, planning and project management skillswith the ability to manage multiple and potentially conflicting priorities

Exemplary aptitude for problem-solving and resourcefulness

Compensation Highlights:

Competitive salary starting at $47,000 to $57,000 per year

Optional participation, extended health, dental, and vision benefits (50% employer-paid) following 6 months

Science North annual family membership

Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution

Free on-site parking

Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team.

Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process.

We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions, ways of knowing, and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement, relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation, honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing, grow economic opportunities, and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around them.

Science North is a registered charity and is an agency of the Government of Ontario

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📌 STEM Specialist, Informal Programs - Sudbury (Ontario)
🏢 Science North
📍 Ontario