Inside Higher Ed
Assistant Director - Science Outreach Center
Inside Higher Ed, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Assistant Director - Science Outreach Center
Location:
Clemson, SC
Job Summary:
Supports the Director in developing STEM programming and managing daily operations of the Science Outreach Center. Provides high‑level oversight of laboratory safety, compliance, and chemical inventories while designing advanced science lab experiences for upper level high school students. Trains staff and students in safe practices, supervises student workers, manages budgets and registrations, and assists with funding efforts.
Job Duties
35% – Educational & Supportive Programming: Supervises SOC staff and undergraduate students to develop, implement, promote, and assess lab experiences designed to aid in meeting South Carolina K‑12 science standards. Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge of K‑12 national and state science standards and current teaching practices. Responsible for evaluating existing activities and overseeing the development of new offerings. Integrates technology and hands‑on learning into programming. Engages in teaching STEM programs/activities to K‑12 students and the public.
30% – Advanced Laboratory Management and Development: Oversees the Science Outreach Center laboratory, including chemical, biological, and equipment inventories. Ensures compliance with all university, state, and federal safety regulations regarding the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biological materials. Develops and leads advanced laboratory experiences suitable for high school AP and dual‑enrollment students, including experiments that require knowledge of microbiology and advanced chemistry. Trains staff, student workers, and instructors in safe laboratory practices, preparation of reagents, and correct use of specialized equipment. Maintains updated safety protocols and serves as the Center’s primary point of accountability for chemical and biological safety.
30% – Mentorship: Leads regularly scheduled team meetings with staff and student workers. Discusses planning and organizing materials, time‑management strategies, and tracks completed assignments. Serves as a liaison for the director, providing regular updates on SOC staff and student‑worker performance.
5% – Fiscal Management: Monitors area budget, ensuring that programs and services stay within the allocations and that expenditures are consistent with University policies and procedures. Works with the Director to meet SOC revenue goals and to identify and secure external funding sources such as grants, donors, and corporate sponsorships.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and experience in education, management, or business.
1+ year of work experience.
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree – Science Education or a scientific discipline.
10+ years of teaching science at the high school or early undergraduate level.
5+ years of laboratory experience involving hazardous chemicals, bacterial culture, or advanced experimental techniques.
Responsibilities
Comprehensive job knowledge of theories and practices, with ability to use them in complex, difficult, and/or unprecedented situations.
Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination, and pay adjustments, but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.
No supervisory duties for employees.
Provides input into the budgeting process and oversees fund allocation.
No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.
Physical Requirements
50% – Stand for prolonged period.
25% – Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period.
25% – Walk or move about.
50% – Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.
10% – Ascend or descend (i.e., stairs, ladder).
5% – Position self to accomplish task (i.e., stoop, kneel, crawl).
100% – Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself.
50% – Recognize or inspect visually.
5% – Move, transport, raise or lower.
5% – Extend hands or arms in any direction.
50% – Perceive, observe, clarity of vision.
Working Conditions
15% – Exposure to dust/fumes.
20% – Chemical hazards.
15% – Electrical hazards.
5% – Overnight travel.
Compensation Anticipated salary range: $57,300 – $60,000. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline November 18, 2025
Veteran Preference South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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Clemson, SC
Job Summary:
Supports the Director in developing STEM programming and managing daily operations of the Science Outreach Center. Provides high‑level oversight of laboratory safety, compliance, and chemical inventories while designing advanced science lab experiences for upper level high school students. Trains staff and students in safe practices, supervises student workers, manages budgets and registrations, and assists with funding efforts.
Job Duties
35% – Educational & Supportive Programming: Supervises SOC staff and undergraduate students to develop, implement, promote, and assess lab experiences designed to aid in meeting South Carolina K‑12 science standards. Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge of K‑12 national and state science standards and current teaching practices. Responsible for evaluating existing activities and overseeing the development of new offerings. Integrates technology and hands‑on learning into programming. Engages in teaching STEM programs/activities to K‑12 students and the public.
30% – Advanced Laboratory Management and Development: Oversees the Science Outreach Center laboratory, including chemical, biological, and equipment inventories. Ensures compliance with all university, state, and federal safety regulations regarding the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biological materials. Develops and leads advanced laboratory experiences suitable for high school AP and dual‑enrollment students, including experiments that require knowledge of microbiology and advanced chemistry. Trains staff, student workers, and instructors in safe laboratory practices, preparation of reagents, and correct use of specialized equipment. Maintains updated safety protocols and serves as the Center’s primary point of accountability for chemical and biological safety.
30% – Mentorship: Leads regularly scheduled team meetings with staff and student workers. Discusses planning and organizing materials, time‑management strategies, and tracks completed assignments. Serves as a liaison for the director, providing regular updates on SOC staff and student‑worker performance.
5% – Fiscal Management: Monitors area budget, ensuring that programs and services stay within the allocations and that expenditures are consistent with University policies and procedures. Works with the Director to meet SOC revenue goals and to identify and secure external funding sources such as grants, donors, and corporate sponsorships.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and experience in education, management, or business.
1+ year of work experience.
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree – Science Education or a scientific discipline.
10+ years of teaching science at the high school or early undergraduate level.
5+ years of laboratory experience involving hazardous chemicals, bacterial culture, or advanced experimental techniques.
Responsibilities
Comprehensive job knowledge of theories and practices, with ability to use them in complex, difficult, and/or unprecedented situations.
Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination, and pay adjustments, but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.
No supervisory duties for employees.
Provides input into the budgeting process and oversees fund allocation.
No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.
Physical Requirements
50% – Stand for prolonged period.
25% – Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period.
25% – Walk or move about.
50% – Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.
10% – Ascend or descend (i.e., stairs, ladder).
5% – Position self to accomplish task (i.e., stoop, kneel, crawl).
100% – Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself.
50% – Recognize or inspect visually.
5% – Move, transport, raise or lower.
5% – Extend hands or arms in any direction.
50% – Perceive, observe, clarity of vision.
Working Conditions
15% – Exposure to dust/fumes.
20% – Chemical hazards.
15% – Electrical hazards.
5% – Overnight travel.
Compensation Anticipated salary range: $57,300 – $60,000. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline November 18, 2025
Veteran Preference South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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