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Title: STEM Education Coordinator
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Biological Sciences
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The STEM Education Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day management of student success, undergraduate research, and civic engagement within the Science IS-U Scholars Program. This position requires the use of innovative STEM educational strategies, multiple technical skills, skills in mentoring young people in pursuing STEM careers and interests, and a strong commitment to providing equitable, inclusive access to high quality STEM learning experiences to a diverse student body. This position involves coordinating a scholars program of 40 undergraduate students; coordinating professional development for STEM faculty; mentoring a diverse group of students; and delivering high quality STEM instruction.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$61,800

Required Qualifications

1. Graduate degree (master’s or doctoral) in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) or Education discipline; ABD will be considered.
2. Experience managing STEM education projects
3. Post-secondary teaching experience in a STEM subject

Work Hours

Regular attendance during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday) is expected and required. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. Some travel may be required.

Proposed Starting Date

July 1, 2026

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Contact Information for Applicants

Rebekka Darner, rldarne@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.