STEM Communicator

Job Description

STEM Communicator – Dynamic Earth

Starting at $20.50 per hour, full-time, fixed-term contract ending June 2026, English and French required

Are you passionate about discovering and sharing science experiences?  Do earth sciences and 'going underground' excite you?  If so, we would like to hear from you Science North is currently recruiting a STEM Communicator for Dynamic Earth, where we deliver rockin' experiences.

The STEM Communicator will work with the STEM Operations Specialist and STEM Specialists in the creative development, delivery and evaluation of Dynamic Earth's visitor experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for science, excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, and a commitment to continuous learning. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Visitor engagement across the science centre
• Deliver individual visitor experiences at Dynamic Earth including underground tours
• Deliver engaging school programs & special event programming  
• Deliver public workshops and programs 
• Task and deploy science demonstrators and volunteer teams 
• Support public program development 
• Assist with inventories and maintenance of equipment, materials & supplies 
• Maintain and troubleshoot daily operations and exhibits
• Enforce safety protocols and report any issues to supervisors
• Participate in the weekend rotation - additional compensation provided if applicable

What You Bring: 

• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills in English and French (non-negotiable)
• Engaging presentation and program delivery skills 
• A positive and fun attitude with demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team 
• Demonstrated leadership ability 
• Proven ability to embrace teamwork yet be self-motivated 
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• A passion for learning and enthusiasm to take on challenges 
• Availability to work weekdays with willingness to work some evenings, weekends and public holidays 

Compensation Highlights: 

• Fixed term contract ending June 30, 2026
• Starting at $20.50 per hour
• Full-time hours
• Science North annual personal membership 
• Onsite gym (Ramsey Lake Site)
• Free or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, free on-site parking 
• Professional development opportunities 

This opportunity is not suitable for remote or hybrid work 

The successful candidate must be able and available to report to Dynamic Earth, 122 Big Nickel Road, Sudbury ON.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Science North we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at 

Apply online at An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration.  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.

Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.