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General Function:
The Quantum Teaching Innovation Partnership Outreach Coordinator supports partnerships with STEM teachers at in-district middle and high schools to expand opportunities for students to learn about quantum mechanics and quantum technologies. Working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI), the Outreach Coordinator develops relationships with participating schools and teachers, coordinates and facilitates workshops, and helps educators adapt and co-design quantum teaching modules for their own classrooms.
The Outreach Coordinator initially plans and facilitates workshops in partnership with the PI, assuming greater independence as the program develops. The coordinator also organizes and maintains quantum teaching kits, supports an emerging community of practice for participating teachers, supports program documentation and data collection, and represents the partnership at school and community events.
Characteristic Duties:
Plans and facilitates workshops in which teachers explore, adapt, and co-design quantum teaching modules for use in their own classrooms.
Builds and maintains partnerships with STEM teachers at four in-district middle and high schools each semester, including recruiting and onboarding new participants, while providing an appropriate level of continuing support to teachers from previous cohorts.
Works with participating teachers to schedule school visits, arranges access and permissions, and coordinates workshop logistics.
Collaborates with the PI and participating teachers in the continuing development of teaching modules, workshop materials, and program resources.
Organizes, inventories, assembles, tests, transports, distributes, troubleshoots, maintains, and restocks quantum teaching kits and related materials.
Maintains program records and supports data collection, documentation, and evaluation activities.
Supports a community of practice for participating teachers, including scheduling and facilitating meetings, maintaining communication, sharing resources, and encouraging collaboration among participants, as grant time constraints allow.
Coordinates with Harper College students, staff, professional-technical employees, and instructors involved in program activities.
Represents the Quantum Teaching Innovation Partnership at schools and, as program capacity allows, at community events to build awareness, participation, and interest in quantum science and technology.
Perform others related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
In addition to working at Harper College Palatine Campus, this job will include travel to participating schools and other program sites and transporting teaching kits weighing up to 20 pounds. There will be evening hours.
Equipment/Tools Used:
Utilizes computers, web-based communication and collaboration tools, instructional equipment, and quantum teaching kits to perform the duties of the job.
Supervision:
Under the general supervision of the Dean. Receives direction and oral and written instructions from the Faculty member designated as the Principal Investigator. Works independently with limited supervision to complete assigned tasks. Provides regular program updates to the PI and obtain PI approval before committing grant resources.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in physics, physics education, or a related field required.
Experience: Five years of science and/or mathematics teaching experience in K–12 schools required. Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, presentation, public speaking, outreach, and networking skills required. Experience facilitating workshops and building relationships with schools and community organizations required. Experience in grant administration, data collection, and mixed-methods research preferred. Experience teaching quantum mechanics and/or quantum technology preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and effectively engage diverse populations and community stakeholders, with a commitment to student success and educational equity.
Required Documents : ***A resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts are required to complete the application process***
- Official transcripts required upon hire
- Employment is contingent upon Criminal Background Check.
- Employment sponsorship is not available.
General Function:
The Quantum Teaching Innovation Partnership Outreach Coordinator supports partnerships with STEM teachers at in-district middle and high schools to expand opportunities for students to learn about quantum mechanics and quantum technologies. Working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI), the Outreach Coordinator develops relationships with participating schools and teachers, coordinates and facilitates workshops, and helps educators adapt and co-design quantum teaching modules for their own classrooms.
The Outreach Coordinator initially plans and facilitates workshops in partnership with the PI, assuming greater independence as the program develops. The coordinator also organizes and maintains quantum teaching kits, supports an emerging community of practice for participating teachers, supports program documentation and data collection, and represents the partnership at school and community events.
Characteristic Duties:
Plans and facilitates workshops in which teachers explore, adapt, and co-design quantum teaching modules for use in their own classrooms.
Builds and maintains partnerships with STEM teachers at four in-district middle and high schools each semester, including recruiting and onboarding new participants, while providing an appropriate level of continuing support to teachers from previous cohorts.
Works with participating teachers to schedule school visits, arranges access and permissions, and coordinates workshop logistics.
Collaborates with the PI and participating teachers in the continuing development of teaching modules, workshop materials, and program resources.
Organizes, inventories, assembles, tests, transports, distributes, troubleshoots, maintains, and restocks quantum teaching kits and related materials.
Maintains program records and supports data collection, documentation, and evaluation activities.
Supports a community of practice for participating teachers, including scheduling and facilitating meetings, maintaining communication, sharing resources, and encouraging collaboration among participants, as grant time constraints allow.
Coordinates with Harper College students, staff, professional-technical employees, and instructors involved in program activities.
Represents the Quantum Teaching Innovation Partnership at schools and, as program capacity allows, at community events to build awareness, participation, and interest in quantum science and technology.
Perform others related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
In addition to working at Harper College Palatine Campus, this job will include travel to participating schools and other program sites and transporting teaching kits weighing up to 20 pounds. There will be evening hours.
Equipment/Tools Used:
Utilizes computers, web-based communication and collaboration tools, instructional equipment, and quantum teaching kits to perform the duties of the job.
Supervision:
Under the general supervision of the Dean. Receives direction and oral and written instructions from the Faculty member designated as the Principal Investigator. Works independently with limited supervision to complete assigned tasks. Provides regular program updates to the PI and obtain PI approval before committing grant resources.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in physics, physics education, or a related field required.
Experience: Five years of science and/or mathematics teaching experience in K–12 schools required. Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, presentation, public speaking, outreach, and networking skills required. Experience facilitating workshops and building relationships with schools and community organizations required. Experience in grant administration, data collection, and mixed-methods research preferred. Experience teaching quantum mechanics and/or quantum technology preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and effectively engage diverse populations and community stakeholders, with a commitment to student success and educational equity.
Required Documents : ***A resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts are required to complete the application process***
- Official transcripts required upon hire
- Employment is contingent upon Criminal Background Check.
- Employment sponsorship is not available.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in innovation coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, design, public administration, or a related field
- Experience facilitating workshops, sprints, or cross-functional working sessions
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with design thinking, Lean, or Agile methodologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level reporting
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and stakeholder relationships simultaneously
Tips for Your Innovation Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to the posting
Innovation coordinator job descriptions vary widely between industries. One posting wants Agile facilitation experience, another wants change management credentials. Mirror the specific language in each posting on your resume so your application clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists innovation coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show outcomes, not just activities
Hiring managers for innovation roles want proof that your initiatives actually landed. Quantify what changed: adoption rates, cycle time reductions, or pilot programs that scaled. Vague phrases like 'supported innovation efforts' get passed over fast.
Get a recognized innovation credential
A Certified Innovation Leader or design thinking certificate from a recognized program signals to employers you have structured methodology, not just enthusiasm. Add it to your resume header so it appears before recruiters even reach your work history.
Prepare a portfolio of facilitated sessions
Many interview panels for innovation coordinator roles ask you to walk through a workshop or sprint you ran. Document one or two examples with the problem statement, the method you used, who was in the room, and what decision came out of it.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
Innovation coordinator titles can range from administrative support to strategic program ownership. During offer conversations, clarify which internal stakeholders you will have direct access to and whether you can pilot new initiatives independently before accepting.
Innovation Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most innovation coordinators?
Harper College, Benedict College, and Harvard University are hiring the most innovation coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in Massachusetts, Texas, and Nebraska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, universities, and large government agencies consistently represent the most active employer categories for this role.
How many innovation coordinator jobs are remote?
About 100% of innovation coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on research synthesis, reporting, and program coordination tend to offer more remote flexibility, while positions centered on in-person workshop facilitation or lab-based work typically require an on-site presence.
How do you become an innovation coordinator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a field like business, public administration, or design. Build hands-on experience facilitating group problem-solving sessions, managing project timelines, or coordinating cross-functional teams in any industry. Earning a recognized design thinking or innovation management credential strengthens your application considerably. Most coordinators enter through adjacent roles in project coordination, program support, or strategy before moving into dedicated innovation positions.
Can you get an innovation coordinator job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level innovation coordinator roles exist, particularly in higher education, nonprofits, and local government. The most effective way in without direct experience is to document any facilitation, event coordination, or change initiative you have supported, even informally. Volunteer to run workshops or pilot programs in your current role, then frame those experiences concretely in your application materials.
What does the innovation coordinator interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screening call, a competency-based interview focused on how you have facilitated collaboration and managed ambiguous projects, and a practical exercise where you walk the panel through a workshop design or present a mini case study. Senior panels often include stakeholders from multiple departments, so expect questions about how you build buy-in across different functions and seniority levels.
Where can I find and apply to innovation coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to innovation coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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