We are looking for a dynamic Customer Experience Assistant to join our community team and multi-disciplinary team of Science enthusiasts. You will be an ambassador for Aberdeen Science Centre, an excellent communicator and an effective team player who has the ability to multi-task and be flexible when working with a variety of community groups. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering high quality STEM learning experiences to ASC’s diverse audiences.

In line with our core mission, you will help us create meaningful, fun and inclusive engagements that “inspire a lifelong interest in Science”. Delivery of ASC activities in the North of Scotland will form a key part of this role, so a full, valid driver’s license and access to a car are essential.

The postholder will be expected to work flexibly within the team, with a willingness to work evening and weekends as required.

Aberdeen Science Centre is one of Aberdeen’s only 5-star visitor attractions with a very enviable reputation in supporting visitors to the centre, schools and community groups to be inspired into a lifelong interest with science. Following the opening of our £6m redeveloped building in 2020, now is the most exciting time in our 30+ year history to join our exceptional team and help us work towards achieving our exciting ambitions for the future.

We are seeking an inspirational and pro-active Public & Digital Engagement Coordinator to lead on developing Aberdeen Science Centre’s public-facing programme. You will develop and work in partnership with colleagues to produce shows and workshops for family audiences, clubs and groups. This role will also establish and develop the digital learning resources for ASC in collaboration with an established but evolving Education Team.

Our exciting digital programme may include, but is not limited to, delivery for social media content, live demonstrations, webinars and ‘Meet the Expert’ sessions. Your role will also be to work with ASC’s stakeholders to support in the creation and delivery of the content.

Throughout the public and digital activities, you will ensure that they are delivered by trained and informed staff to provide scientifically accurate information and in accordance with ASC’s Core Values.

The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and passionate team, strategically managing and growing the Science Centre’s programmes, activities and projects for the future.

You will be educated to a degree level (or have equivalent demonstrable experience in the sector), have experience of working in a STEM related field as well as some management or supervisory skills. You will be able to demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work well on your own or as part of a team. A good knowledge of IT software and the ability to report to stakeholders would be advantageous whilst the ability to use social media platforms as an effective business tool would be useful.

Aberdeen Science Centre has a very enviable reputation working with schools, community groups and aspires to be a 5-star Visit Scotland visitor attraction. With the recent opening of our £6m newly redeveloped building, now is the most exciting time in our 30+ year history to join our exceptional team and help us work towards ‘inspiring a lifelong interest in science’ in everything we do.

We are seeking a successful, pro-active Fundraising Manager to lead on developing Aberdeen Science Centre’s grant funding, trusts, sponsorship and fundraising activities, maximising current relationships and cultivating new funding opportunities to support projects across our charity. The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and passionate team, strategically managing and growing the Science Centre’s programmes, activities and projects for the future.

The Fundraising Manager will also work closely with the Head of Business Development to maximise existing relationships, especially with corporate users of the science centre to develop fundraising opportunities. They will also lead on the development of a ‘Friends of Aberdeen Science Centre’ group to support our fundraising.

Whilst identifying, writing and submitting applications will be an essential part of the role, it is important that this role is not seen as ASC’s sole fundraiser but will also support and facilitate others across the organisation in achieving their funding and fundraising targets.

You will be educated to a degree level (or have equivalent demonstrable experience in the sector), have a record of successfully applying for grants and other funding income and will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A good knowledge of IT software and an interest in Science and other STEM subjects would be advantageous whilst the ability to use social media platforms as an effective business tool would be worthwhile.