Program Coordinator
Quick answer
The California Academy of Sciences is hiring a hybrid Program Coordinator (San Francisco, CA) to manage research and community programs, serve as a key liaison, and support the preparation of technical reports. Compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.
- Role
- Program Coordinator
- Organization
- California Academy of Sciences
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The California Academy of Sciences seeks a Program Coordinator to join the SAGE Center for Science, Ancestral Knowledge, and Global Ecologies, a three-year pilot program operationalizing a braided science framework to regenerate the natural world. The Coordinator will manage research and community programs, serve as a key liaison, and support the preparation of technical reports.
What you'll do
- Provide project coordination and work closely with the Director and Braided Science team
- Support administration of research, collections, and community programs
- Serve as a key liaison to communicate with Indigenous partners, external and internal collaborators, and the broader community
- Help to develop, plan, and execute community science events and programs
- Manage financial logistics including helping with budgets, receipt tracking, purchasing, honoraria and stipend payments, and travel arrangements
What it takes
- Experience in project planning and program administration
- Experience working in research and/or formal or informal science education
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (social or natural sciences, education) is preferred
- Cultural competence and partnership
- Ethical and equitable practice
- Communication and collaboration
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Total compensation package that emphasizes both base salary and comprehensive benefits based on the hours per week worked.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in San Francisco, California, with a hybrid schedule.
What is the compensation and benefits package?
The salary range is $35.78- $37.23, and the benefits include a total compensation package that emphasizes both base salary and comprehensive benefits based on the hours per week worked.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in project planning and program administration, experience working in research and/or formal or informal science education, and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should submit a resume and application through the California Academy of Sciences' Careers Page portal.
Is the job remote?
The job is a hybrid role with three days onsite and two days remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on California Academy of Sciences's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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