Demonstrations Manager

Job Description:

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure our instructors are provided with high quality lecture demonstrations that optimally support their instruction.  Lecture demonstrations are a critical part of our instruction and are heavily used in many courses.  Lecture demonstrations include hardware, computers, software, audiovisuals and occasionally some minor chemistry.  This position involves frequent interaction with instructors, setup and deliver of demonstrations, being on call during class, removing demonstrations after class and properly storing the apparatus.  Occasionally this position performs complicated and or sophisticated demonstrations in the classroom.  Given the critical role demonstrations play in our instruction, it is imperative that the facility, including its website, be well maintained and consistently organized.  Development of new demonstrations and making improvements to existing demonstrations.  This position will supervise 1-3 student assistants per semester. This position reports to one supervisor and is part of a 4-member team of instructional staff.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in physics or closely related field, 1-2 years of experience working in a physics instructional lab/lecture demonstration environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Windows and Apple computers and typical Microsoft applications.
• Proficient with common hand and machine tools.
• Experience with technical electronics and basic household wiring.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.  
• Able to work well with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students
• Strong consistent and accurate communications skills – written and verbal
• Effective technical writing skills.
• Able to diplomatically set limits and boundaries when appropriate.
• High mechanical aptitude with a good sense for efficient design.
• Very strong organizational and time management skills.
• Very dependable and reliable.
• Demonstrates good judgement in unexpected situations.

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All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University. 

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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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