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Villanova University

Graduate Research Assistant - STEM Curriculum Developer

Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States, 19085

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Position Information

Posting Number: 20255609V

Position Title: Graduate Research Assistant - STEM Curriculum Developer

Posting Type Student

Hours/week: 10-25 hours per week

Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students

Semester 2025 Summer

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Number of positions: 2-3

Department: 205-Mechanical Engineering

Contact Name: Deeksha Seth

Contact Phone/Extension: 9-4992

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary:

We are seeking part-time STEM Curriculum Developers to support the creation of virtual learning materials for high school and early college students. The position involves developing single-subject and interdisciplinary lesson plans in STEM fields - such as math, biology, physics, and engineering. Some lessons will be inspired by themes in geology and paleontology. This work is part of a broader effort to create engaging, standard-aligned Virtual Field Trips (VFTs) and STEM learning experiences for national distribution. This is a remote, temporary position beginning in Summer 2025. The role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work with a collaborative and interdisciplinary team of educators and researchers.

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree or higher Strong written communication, organizational, and collaboration skills K-12 educators with curriculum development experience or graduate students pursuing degrees in STEM fields (e.g., Math, Biology, Physics, Engineering, Education) are encouraged to apply Additional Information:

Develop lesson plans, instructional content, and assessments in STEM subjects Create both single-discipline and interdisciplinary modules based on project needs Align curriculum with NGSS and state/national standards Upload and organize content on an online learning platform Design interactive exercises and student activities that foster engagement and understanding Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and external partners to ensure content accuracy and quality

Physical Demands Summary:

Wage Rate: 18/hr

Posting Detail Information

Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 08/05/2025

Open Until Filled No